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?
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Read the full Capricorn Daily Horoscope Aquarius (January 20 - February 18)
Look at your penchant for stability vs. change.
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USA TODAY, 30 July 2023
On top of that, Luna then moves from freedom-loving Sagittarius into dedicated Capricorn at 11:44 pm EDT, bolstering us against any obstacles.
—Tarot Astrologers, Chicago Tribune, 29 July 2023
As a Taurus sun and Capricorn rising, Megan Fox is a true Earth sign, and the star took to Instagram on Wednesday (July 19) to bare it all in nature.
—Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 20 July 2023
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How Capricorn Compatibility Affects Relationships
Aquarius
Who truly deserves your energy, Aquarius?
—Narayana Montúfar, Women's Health, 19 July 2023
This new moon opposes Pluto, the Planet of Destruction, who is currently retrograde in Capricorn.
—Elizabeth Gulino, refinery29.com, 17 July 2023
The Mercury retrograde period in Capricorn ended on January 18, giving all of us space to think a little more clearly.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 July 2023
The full Moon in practical Capricorn on the 3rd draws attention to work and accomplishments, and all is smooth sailing until the 10th, when opinions clash.
—Katharine Merlin, Town & Country, 1 July 2023
Meanwhile, earth signs—Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn—are pragmatic, hardworking, and down-to-earth.
—Sabrina Talbert, Women's Health, 18 Apr. 2023
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USA TODAY, 30 July 2023
On top of that, Luna then moves from freedom-loving Sagittarius into dedicated Capricorn at 11:44 pm EDT, bolstering us against any obstacles.
—Tarot Astrologers, Chicago Tribune, 29 July 2023
As a Taurus sun and Capricorn rising, Megan Fox is a true Earth sign, and the star took to Instagram on Wednesday (July 19) to bare it all in nature.
—Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 20 July 2023
Related Stories Capricorn Signs Have All These Traits In Common
How Capricorn Compatibility Affects Relationships
Aquarius
Who truly deserves your energy, Aquarius?
—Narayana Montúfar, Women's Health, 19 July 2023
This new moon opposes Pluto, the Planet of Destruction, who is currently retrograde in Capricorn.
—Elizabeth Gulino, refinery29.com, 17 July 2023
The Mercury retrograde period in Capricorn ended on January 18, giving all of us space to think a little more clearly.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 July 2023
The full Moon in practical Capricorn on the 3rd draws attention to work and accomplishments, and all is smooth sailing until the 10th, when opinions clash.
—Katharine Merlin, Town & Country, 1 July 2023
Meanwhile, earth signs—Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn—are pragmatic, hardworking, and down-to-earth.
—Sabrina Talbert, Women's Health, 18 Apr. 2023
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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
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