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

This is precisely why Aries season always starts with the spring equinox, Cancer with the summer solstice, Libra with the autumnal equinox and Capricorn with the winter solstice. —Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025

In proper Capricorn form, Charles tries to take on the wise and brilliant detective role, while relishing in his previous success as an actor playing a similar character. —Lisa Stardust, People.com, 9 Sep. 2025

Montgomery recalls opening for the Allman Brothers (who had signed the Montgomery Band to their Capricorn record label) at a massive fairground in the 1970s. —Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 18 Aug. 2025

Capricorn Now is an excellent time to start work on getting your finances together. —Lisa Stardust, Refinery29, 5 Aug. 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