Scorpius

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English

The constellation Scorpius

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Etymology

Borrowed from Latin scorpius (“scorpion”).

Pronunciation

  • (UK) IPA(key): /ˈskɔːpɪəs/
  • (US) IPA(key): /ˈskɔːɹpɪəs/
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Proper noun

Scorpius (symbol ♏︎)

  1. (astronomy) A constellation of the zodiac, roughly shaped like a scorpion. Its brightest star is the red giant Antares.
  2. (astrology) Scorpio

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