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

If the timing and surrounding environment are just right, those planets don’t get ejected but are trapped in extremely wide orbits — which could have happened in the solar system as Uranus and Neptune grew or the later scattering among gas giants. —Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025

Shocks to your sense of emotional security awaken your inner provocateur as Mars and Uranus clash! —Usa Today, USA Today, 15 June 2025

On June 15, Mars will clash with Uranus, triggering surprising shake-ups and breakthroughs. —Valerie Mesa, People.com, 14 June 2025

The Mysteries of Uranus The magnetosphere of Uranus is not fully understood quite yet, with new details continuing to emerge. —Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 11 June 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