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

Capricorn December 22 – January 19 By afternoon, your focus sharpens on goals. —Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 1 Apr. 2026

Capricorn Rising Home and family are asking a great deal of you this April. —Kirah Tabourn, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026

Capricorn December 22 – January 19 Early tension softens with thoughtful pacing. —Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 24 Mar. 2026

December 22 – January 19 Capricorn, your words shape the day’s pace. —Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 17 Mar. 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