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Capricorn

Pronunciation: /ˈkaprɪkɔːn/

Astrology
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Definition of Capricorn
  • the tenth sign of the zodiac (the Goat), which the sun enters at the northern winter solstice (about 21 December).
  • (a Capricorn) a person born when the sun is in the sign of Capricorn.

Phrases

tropic of Capricorn

see tropic1.

Derivatives

Capricornian

Pronunciation: /kaprɪˈkɔːnɪən/

noun & adjective

Origin:

Old English, from Latin capricornus, from caper, capr- 'goat' + cornu 'horn', on the pattern of Greek aigokēros 'goat-horned, Capricorn'

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