Celestes

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. Pertaining to the ethereal realm or divine aspects, frequently referencing astronomy or astrology
2. Concerning the higher spiritual spheres or the universe beyond the earthly realm, embodying a sense of the sublime
3. Relating to heavenly bodies or the cosmos, often indicating a connection to the divine or celestial phenomena in various contexts

Etymology: "Celestes" is the plural of "celeste," which English took from French "céleste." That word comes from Latin "caelestis," meaning "of the sky or heaven," which in turn derives from "caelum," "sky." English also has "celestial," which entered through the same Latin root and kept the sense of heavenly or sky-related. The plural form is uncommon in English. The singular "celeste" has specialized uses, such as a pale sky-blue shade and a keyboard stop that imitates a bell-like tone, so the plural mostly appears when several of those things are meant.