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

Local Capricorn Stora Skuggan Monkeyflower, $180 An earthy scent for an earth sign, this aims to evoke the scent of the yellow musk monkeyflower. —Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 25 Nov. 2025

Capricorn dresses for the holiday party like an off-duty model or the CEO with a corner office—tailoring, structure, and minimalism with a wintery edge. —Meghan Rose, Glamour, 22 Nov. 2025

Fortunately, with Mars entering Capricorn, your social life gets a boost mid-month, as you are pulled into groups, events or collaborations that actually feel aligned with your goals. —Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 21 Nov. 2025

Dipender Saluja, managing partner of Capricorn’s tech fund, said FedEx’s participation signals a demand for innovation in the medium-duty truck sector and for an electric model that helps advance business and sustainability goals at the same time. —Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 18 Nov. 2025

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