Capricorn

noun

Cap·​ri·​corn ˈka-pri-ˌkȯrn How to pronounce Capricorn (audio)
1
: a southern zodiacal constellation between Sagittarius and Aquarius
2
a
: the 10th sign of the zodiac in astrology see Signs of the Zodiac Table
b
: one born under the sign of Capricorn

Examples of Capricorn in a Sentence

I'm a Capricorn. What are you?
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Word History

Etymology

Middle English Capricorne, from Latin Capricornus (genitive Capricorni), from caper goat + cornu horn — more at horn

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of Capricorn was in the 14th century

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Cite this Entry

“Capricorn.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Capricorn. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

Capricorn

noun
Cap·​ri·​corn ˈkap-ri-ˌkȯ(ə)rn How to pronounce Capricorn (audio)
1
: a group of stars between Sagittarius and Aquarius that is usually pictured as a goat
2
a
: the 10th sign of the zodiac see zodiac
b
: a person whose sign of the zodiac is Capricorn

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