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

As the moon joins forces with Neptune, inspiration returns in flashes, but its sextile to Uranus supports fresh ideas, emotional breakthroughs and the courage to try something new. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026

The Moon in Pisces squares Uranus in Gemini, pulling your 11th House of Friends and Community against your 2nd House of Resources. — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 7 June 2026

The report points to Miranda, the smallest moon in Uranus' major system. — Jorge Garay, Wired News, 6 June 2026

There’s a lesson in the pivot as the moon and Uranus harmonize. — Usa Today, USA Today, 4 June 2026

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