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?
Recent Examples on the Web Read the full Capricorn Daily Horoscope Aquarius (January 20 - February 18) Look at your penchant for stability vs. change. USA TODAY, 30 July 2023 On top of that, Luna then moves from freedom-loving Sagittarius into dedicated Capricorn at 11:44 pm EDT, bolstering us against any obstacles. Tarot Astrologers, Chicago Tribune, 29 July 2023 As a Taurus sun and Capricorn rising, Megan Fox is a true Earth sign, and the star took to Instagram on Wednesday (July 19) to bare it all in nature. Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 20 July 2023 Related Stories Capricorn Signs Have All These Traits In Common How Capricorn Compatibility Affects Relationships Aquarius Who truly deserves your energy, Aquarius? Narayana Montúfar, Women's Health, 19 July 2023 This new moon opposes Pluto, the Planet of Destruction, who is currently retrograde in Capricorn. Elizabeth Gulino, refinery29.com, 17 July 2023 The Mercury retrograde period in Capricorn ended on January 18, giving all of us space to think a little more clearly. Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 July 2023 The full Moon in practical Capricorn on the 3rd draws attention to work and accomplishments, and all is smooth sailing until the 10th, when opinions clash. Katharine Merlin, Town & Country, 1 July 2023 Meanwhile, earth signs—Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn—are pragmatic, hardworking, and down-to-earth. Sabrina Talbert, Women's Health, 18 Apr. 2023

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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 Mar. 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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