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Ursa Major, also known as the Great Bear, is one of the most prominent northern constellations, and its main claim to fame is that it contains the Big Dipper, a highly recognizable asterism.

But this asterism—literally, a pattern of stars—is not just a pretty sight.

“And,” Hubert continued, “for the dimwit in the audience, an asterism is a prominent pattern or group of stars.”

The Sagittarius asterism is shaped like a teapot, and when it sets in the west, it gives a hint of pouring tea.

The Big Dipper isn't a constellation to them; it is an “asterism.”