Leo

/'li:ou/
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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • The fifth sign of the zodiac: In Western astrology, Leo is the fifth sign of the zodiac, traditionally associated with the period from about July 23 to August 22.
    • A constellation: Leo is a prominent constellation in the northern hemisphere, located between Cancer and Virgo.
    • A person born under this sign: In astrology, a Leo is a person whose birth date falls within the period when the sun is in the constellation/sign of Leo.
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • Her birthday is in August, so her zodiac sign is Leo.
    • The constellation Leo is often depicted as a lion.
    • He is a typical Leo, known for being confident and outgoing.
Advanced Usage
  • "Leo season": The astrological period when the sun is in the sign of Leo.
    • We are entering Leo season, which lasts until late August.
  • "Leo energy": A metaphorical term describing traits associated with the sign, such as leadership, creativity, and warmth.
    • She brought a lot of Leo energy to the project with her bold ideas.
Variants and Related Words
  • Leonine (adj): Resembling or characteristic of a lion; often used to describe traits associated with the sign Leo.
    • He has a leonine mane of hair and a commanding presence.
Synonyms
  • The Lion: A common symbolic name for the zodiac sign and constellation.
  • Sign of the Lion: An alternative descriptive name for the astrological sign.
Related Phrases
  • "To be a Leo": To have the sun sign Leo.
    • Are you a Leo or a Virgo?
  • "Leo rising" or "Leo ascendant": An astrological term for when the sign Leo was on the eastern horizon at the time of one's birth.
    • My sun is in Cancer, but I have Leo rising.
Related Idioms
  • "The lion's share": While not containing the word "Leo," this idiom is thematically linked to the lion, the symbol of Leo, and means the largest portion of something.
    • As the team leader, she took the lion's share of the credit for the success.
Noun
  1. the fifth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about July 23 to August 22
  2. a zodiacal constellation in northern hemisphere between Cancer and Virgo
  3. (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Leo