Sagittarius
/,sædʤi'teəriəs/
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Definition
Proper noun:
- A zodiac sign: The ninth astrological sign in the zodiac, traditionally associated with people born between approximately November 22 and December 21. It is symbolized by the Archer.
- A constellation: A prominent constellation in the southern celestial hemisphere, located between Scorpius and Capricornus and representing a centaur archer.
Noun:
- A person: An individual whose sun sign is Sagittarius, often associated with traits like optimism, adventure, and philosophical thinking.
Usage Examples
Proper noun (Zodiac Sign): Her birthday is in late November, so she is a Sagittarius.Sagittarius is a fire sign, along with Aries and Leo.
Proper noun (Constellation): The constellation Sagittarius is visible in the summer night sky.In astronomy, the center of our galaxy lies in the direction of Sagittarius.
Noun (Person): As a typical Sagittarius, he loves to travel and explore new cultures.The two Sagittarians in the office are always planning the next team adventure.
Advanced Usage
- "Sagittarius rising/Ascendant": In astrology, this refers to the zodiac sign that was ascending on the eastern horizon at the exact time and place of a person's birth, which is distinct from their sun sign (Sagittarius).
Variants and Related Words
- Sagittarian (noun/adjective): Pertaining to the sign of Sagittarius or a person born under this sign.
- Archer: A common symbol and alternative name for the sign Sagittarius.
Synonyms
- The Archer: A descriptive synonym for the zodiac sign.
- Mutable Fire Sign: A technical astrological classification for Sagittarius, describing its quality (mutable) and element (fire).
Related Phrases
- "Sagittarius season": The period of the year when the sun transits through the sign of Sagittarius (approximately November 22 - December 21).
Related Idioms
- "To have a Sagittarian spirit": To exhibit traits commonly associated with the sign, such as being free-spirited, honest, and enthusiastic about new experiences.
Noun
- type genus of the Sagittariidae
- the ninth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about November 22 to December 21
- a large zodiacal constellation in the southern hemisphere; between Scorpius and Capricornus
- (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Sagittarius