Scorpius
See also: scorpius
English
Alternative forms
- Scorpio
Etymology
From Latin scorpius (“scorpion”).
Pronunciation
- (UK) IPA(key): /ˈskɔːpɪəs/
- (US) IPA(key): /ˈskɔːɹpɪəs/
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Proper noun
Scorpius (symbol ♏)
- (astronomy): A constellation of the zodiac, roughly shaped like a scorpion. Its brightest star is the red giant Antares.
- (astrology): Scorpio
Antonyms
- Taurus
Derived terms
- Scorpii
Translations
constellation
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astrological sign — see Scorpio