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Hydrus

Pronunciation: /ˈhʌɪdrəs/
Astronomy
Definition of Hydrus
  • an inconspicuous southern constellation (the Water Snake), between the star Achernar and the south celestial pole. Compare with Hydra (sense 2).

Origin:

Latin, from Greek hudros

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