Capricorn

noun

Cap·​ri·​corn ˈka-pri-ˌkȯrn 

1

: a southern zodiacal constellation between Sagittarius and Aquarius

2

a

: the 10th sign of the zodiac in astrology see Signs of the Zodiac Table

b

: one born under the sign of Capricorn

Examples of Capricorn in a Sentence

I'm a Capricorn. What are you?

Recent Examples on the Web

Read the full Capricorn Daily Horoscope This horoscope was generated automatically using information from Sanctuary. —Usa Today, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026

Capricorn December 22 – January 19 Security deepens as roots receive new care. —Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 26 Jan. 2026

From the moment the sun enters this Air sign — a zodiac archetype associated with rebellion, progress and social consciousness — the collective mood shifts from quiet endurance (Capricorn) to radical awareness (Aquarius). —Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 19 Jan. 2026

The first sign of this will be the new moon in Capricorn on January 19—the first major celestial event of the year. —Glorious Hoshiko, Vogue, 19 Jan. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English Capricorne, from Latin Capricornus (genitive Capricorni), from caper goat + cornu horn — more at horn

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing Capricorn

• Tropic of Capricorn

Kids Definition

Capricorn

noun

Cap·​ri·​corn ˈkap-ri-ˌkȯ(ə)rn 

1

: a group of stars between Sagittarius and Aquarius that is usually pictured as a goat

2

a

: the 10th sign of the zodiac see zodiac

b

: a person whose sign of the zodiac is Capricorn