Uranus

noun

Ura·​nus ˈyu̇r-ə-nəs  yu̇-ˈrā- 

1

: the sky personified as a god and father of the Titans in Greek mythology

2

: the planet seventh in order from the sun see Planets Table

Examples of Uranus in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

With Uranus in your sign, and in harmony with Neptune on Aug. 28, get ready for a wave of inspiration that will spark your creativity in unexpected ways. —Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Aug. 2025

This lunation is ruled by Uranus in your relationship sector, so pay attention to how your nervous system responds to overstimulation — especially in your relationships. —Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 30 July 2025

While most of these planets will be visible to the naked eye, spotting Uranus and Neptune will require binoculars or a small telescope. —Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 29 July 2025

Friends new and far could even encourage you to keep going with your plans, as Venus meets with Uranus and Neptune retrograde on August 26. —Liz Simmons, StyleCaster, 28 July 2025

Word History

Etymology

Late Latin, from Greek Ouranos

First Known Use

1655, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

Uranus

noun

Ura·​nus ˈyu̇r-ə-nəs  yu̇-ˈrā- 

: the planet seventh in order from the sun see planet