Scorpio

noun

Scor·​pio ˈskȯr-pē-ˌō How to pronounce Scorpio (audio)
1
2
a
: the eighth sign of the zodiac in astrology see Signs of the Zodiac Table
b
: one born under this sign

Examples of Scorpio in a Sentence

I'm a Virgo, and my sister is a Scorpio.
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The universe is playing tricks on you this week, Scorpio, especially in relation to career matters, your public persona or situations involving authority. Kyle Thomas, People.com, 13 July 2025 Of course, sheer pieces have Scorpio written all over them. Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 July 2025 Your Scorpio horoscope for July 2025 finds Cancer season motivating your ninth house of journeying, exploration, and growth. Liz Simmons, StyleCaster, 24 June 2025 Read the full Scorpio Daily Horoscope Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21) Gratification can feel delayed now. Usa Today, USA Today, 22 June 2025 Lean into the edgy, mysterious vibes for a standout Scorpio name. Kara Nesvig, Parents, 17 June 2025 Read the full Libra Daily Horoscope Scorpio (October 23 - November 21) Making a professional push? Usa Today, USA Today, 14 May 2025 The moon in Scorpio also celebrates the life cycle, from our first breath to our last and all the greatness in between. Lisa Stardust, Refinery29, 8 May 2025 The Full Moon in Scorpio on May 12 puts your public roles and responsibilities under review. Colin Bedell, Them., 8 May 2025

Word History

Etymology

Latin (genitive Scorpionis), from Greek Skorpios, literally, scorpion

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of Scorpio was in the 14th century

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“Scorpio.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Scorpio. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

Scorpio

noun
Scor·​pio ˈskȯr-pē-ˌō How to pronounce Scorpio (audio)
1
: a group of stars between Libra and Sagittarius usually pictured as a scorpion
2
a
: the eighth sign of the zodiac see zodiac
b
: a person whose sign of the zodiac is Scorpio

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