Capricorn

/ˈkæprəˌkɔrn/
/ˈkæprɪkɔn/
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Other forms: Capricorns

Definitions of Capricorn
  1. noun
    a faint zodiacal constellation in the southern hemisphere; between Sagittarius and Aquarius
    synonyms: Capricornus
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    constellation
    a configuration of stars as seen from the earth
  2. noun
    the tenth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about December 22 to January 19
    synonyms: Capricorn the Goat, Goat
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    example of:
    house, mansion, planetary house, sign, sign of the zodiac, star sign
    (astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided
  3. noun
    (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Capricorn
    synonyms: Goat
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    type of:
    individual, mortal, person, somebody, someone, soul
    a human being
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