the zodiac
noun
: an area in the sky that the sun, moon, and planets appear to travel through viewed as a belt of 12 constellations
the 12 signs of the zodiac
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For instance, while Aries is often considered the passionate go-getter of the zodiac, Saturn prioritizes the structure surrounding the situation.
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 27 June 2025
Neptune retrograde in Aries commences on July 4th and ends on December 10th, taking a backward dip into the zodiac sign Pisces on October 22nd.
—Lisa Stardust, Refinery29, 18 June 2025
Consulting the zodiac for baby name inspiration can help guide you to the perfect name for your impending arrival.
—Kara Nesvig, Parents, 17 June 2025
Cancer is the maternal and nurturing of the zodiac, which is why Ray is suited to be the Water sign.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 12 Apr. 2025
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 27 June 2025
Neptune retrograde in Aries commences on July 4th and ends on December 10th, taking a backward dip into the zodiac sign Pisces on October 22nd.
—Lisa Stardust, Refinery29, 18 June 2025
Consulting the zodiac for baby name inspiration can help guide you to the perfect name for your impending arrival.
—Kara Nesvig, Parents, 17 June 2025
Cancer is the maternal and nurturing of the zodiac, which is why Ray is suited to be the Water sign.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 12 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for the zodiac
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“The zodiac.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20zodiac. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.
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