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You mean 'Orion's Belt' - this is a group of stars, not a full constellation, and it got its name because it is part of the constellation called 'Orion', with Orion being a hunter.

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The constellation O'Ryan's Belt is named after the giant, Orion, a figure in Greek mythology known for his strength and hunting skills. The three bright stars in a row in the constellation are said to represent Orion's belt, which he used as a weapon.

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How did constellation Ryan's Belt get its name?

The constellation "Orion's Belt" got its name from Greek mythology, where Orion was a great hunter. The three stars in the constellation are said to represent the belt that Orion wore. The name "Orion" itself comes from Greek mythology as well, after a legendary giant huntsman.


What is ryan's belt?

Its a Constellation.


What is a constellation has 7 bright stars and what makes its belt?

Orion and his belt


What is another name for constellation?

The word "asterism" is used to refer to a pattern or grouping of stars that is not on the International Astronomical Union's list of constellations. But an Asterism IS NOT a constellation - it can be a pattern like the Big Dipper (which is part of the constellation Ursa Major, the Great Bear), Orion's Belt, The Summer Triangle, etc.


A constellation of a hunter with a belt and a sword?

Orion


What star constellation would keeps your trousers up?

Orion's Belt! Although strictly speaking, "Orion's Belt" is an asterism rather than a constellation.


What is a bright constellation represented by a hunter with a belt and sword?

The constellation you are referring to is Orion. It is a prominent winter constellation in the night sky, representing a hunter in Greek mythology. Orion is recognizable by three bright stars in a row that form his belt, and a sword hanging from his belt.


What helps you recognize the constellation Orion?

Orion's Belt


What constellation looks like giant with a belt?

Orion


How many constellation composed the zodiac belt?

10


Is the Kuiper belt a constellation?

No. The Kupier belt is a collection of icy objects in the outer solar system.


What constellation is Mintaka in?

Orion the Hunter - it's part of his belt.