The two crossword solutions for the term 'Major or Minor Constellation' are URSA (4 letters) and CANIS (5 letters). URSA is the Latin word for bear and is a major constellation in the northern sky, located between the constellations of Draco and Boötes. It is one of the 88 modern constellations and is visible throughout the year in most of the northern hemisphere. CANIS is the Latin word for dog and is a minor constellation in the southern sky, located between the constellations of Puppis and Columba. It is one of the 88 modern constellations and is visible throughout the year in most of the southern hemisphere.