Capricorn

noun

Cap·​ri·​corn ˈka-pri-ˌkȯrn How to pronounce Capricorn (audio)
1
: a southern zodiacal constellation between Sagittarius and Aquarius
2
a
: the 10th sign of the zodiac in astrology see Signs of the Zodiac Table
b
: one born under the sign of Capricorn

Examples of Capricorn in a Sentence

I'm a Capricorn. What are you?
Recent Examples on the Web Read the full Sagittarius Daily Horoscope Capricorn (December 21 - January 19) Home is where the heart is. USA TODAY, 17 Apr. 2024 Daniela is a Libra rising, Taurus sun, Capricorn moon Daniela Mello: Ola Steph. Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2024 By Meghan Rose Capricorn For Capricorn, home and family matters take center stage. Glamour, 8 Apr. 2024 Your Ultimate 2024 Leo Horoscope, as Predicted by a Celebrity Astrologer Capricorn (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) The emotions of the week ahead could be quite intense for you, Capricorn! Kyle Thomas, Peoplemag, 7 Apr. 2024 Read the full Capricorn Daily Horoscope Aquarius (January 20 - February 18) New curiosities vying for your attention? USA TODAY, 5 Apr. 2024 And the signs of Cancer and Capricorn, as well, will certainly be impacted. Kristine Johnson, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2024 Read on to see what’s in store for your sign in 2024 with your monthly tarot horoscope, Capricorn. Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Apr. 2024 Your Ultimate 2024 Leo Horoscope, as Predicted by a Celebrity Astrologer Capricorn (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Your past has been riddled with intensity, passion, loss and moments of bliss, Capricorn. Kyle Thomas, Peoplemag, 31 Mar. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

Middle English Capricorne, from Latin Capricornus (genitive Capricorni), from caper goat + cornu horn — more at horn

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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

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Cite this Entry

“Capricorn.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Capricorn. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

Capricorn

noun
Cap·​ri·​corn ˈkap-ri-ˌkȯ(ə)rn How to pronounce Capricorn (audio)
1
: a group of stars between Sagittarius and Aquarius that is usually pictured as a goat
2
a
: the 10th sign of the zodiac see zodiac
b
: a person whose sign of the zodiac is Capricorn

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