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) Financial reality check? USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2024 Aries seems to struggle more in relationships with earth signs (Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn) and water signs (Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces), though there are exceptions. Katie Mannion, Peoplemag, 19 Mar. 2024 Virgo: August 23 – September 22 All earth signs are suited for solo travel and advanced planning, but unlike Taurus and Capricorn, Virgos desire a touch of wellness in their travel. Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 13 Mar. 2024 They’re also astrologically bound to their opposite sign, Capricorn, which is also believed to be Grande’s rising sign. Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 9 Mar. 2024 This major lunation is going to bring undeniable shifts and changes for all zodiac signs, but especially for Libra, Gemini, Aquarius, Cancer, Aries, and Capricorn placements. Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Mar. 2024 The funding is led by Devon Energy DVN +0.1%, with help from billionaire John Arnold, Liberty Mutual, Mercuria, Congruent Ventures, Capricorn and others. Christopher Helman, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024 The teams flew over 27 inshore reefs in the Keppel Islands and Gladstone region and 21 offshore reefs in the Capricorn Bunkers off the coast of southern Queensland last weekend. Helen Regan, CNN, 28 Feb. 2024 Read the full Capricorn Daily Horoscope Aquarius (January 20 - February 18) Look at your penchant for stability vs. change. USA TODAY, 30 July 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 29 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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