Definition

Proper noun 1. A constellation: Scorpius is a large and prominent constellation in the southern celestial hemisphere, located between the constellations Libra and Sagittarius. It is one of the 12 constellations of the zodiac and is often depicted as a scorpion.

Usage

• In astronomy, Scorpius is notable for containing many bright stars, including the red supergiant Antares.
• Scorpius is visible in the night sky during the summer months in the Northern Hemisphere.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• "In Scorpius": Used to specify the location of a celestial object within this constellation.
  • The new nebula was discovered in Scorpius.

Variants and Related Words

• Scorpio (Proper noun): The astrological sign corresponding to the constellation Scorpius. In common usage, "Scorpio" is often used interchangeably with "Scorpius" to refer to the constellation, though in precise contexts, Scorpius is the constellation and Scorpio is the sign.
• Scorpionic (Adjective): Relating to the constellation or astrological sign Scorpio/Scorpius.

Synonyms

• The Scorpion: A common nickname for the constellation based on its shape and mythology.

Related Idioms

• None directly associated with the constellation name itself. Common idioms are associated with the animal (scorpion) or the astrological sign (Scorpio), not the astronomical term "Scorpius."

Noun

1. a large zodiacal constellation between Libra and Sagittarius