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Sothic

Syllabification: (So·thic)
Pronunciation: /ˈsōTHik, ˈsä-/

Definition of Sothic

adjective

  • of or relating to Sirius (the Dog Star), especially with reference to the ancient Egyptian year fixed by its heliacal rising.

Origin:

early 19th century: from Greek Sōthis (from an Egyptian name of the Dog Star) + -ic

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