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capricorn

n. C / U
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈkæpɹəkɔɹn// capri·corn Archaic

n. the tenth sign of the zodiac, represented by a goat with a fish tail. People born between December 22 and January 19 have this star sign.

n. the tenth astrological sign in the zodiac, originating from the constellation of the same name. Refers to the period between December 22 and January 19 in tropical astrology.


SIMPLE

My sister is a Capricorn, so her birthday is in late December.

CONTEXTUAL

In traditional astrology, Capricorn is considered an earth sign and is associated with discipline and ambition.

COMPLEX

The astronomer explained that while the sun appears to pass through the constellation of Capricorn, the dates of the astrological sign have shifted over centuries due to axial precession.

Synonyms
Origin

From Latin Capricornus. By surface analysis, capri- + corn (“horn”).

Usage

Capitalised when referring to the astrological sign or the constellation; often used as a countable noun to describe a person born under the sign.

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