sign of the zodiac

Thân thiện

A person points to the sign of the zodiac for Leo on a star chart.

Definition

Noun: 1. (Astrology) A Zodiacal Sign: One of twelve equal 30-degree divisions of the zodiac, each named after a constellation and associated with specific dates, symbolic traits, and astrological meanings.

Usage

• As a Subject: A is believed by some to influence personality.
• With Prepositions: You are born under a specific . People often read about their .
• General Reference: In popular culture, your is often called your "star sign."

Examples

• "What is your sign of the zodiac? Are you a Leo or a Virgo?"
• "In Western astrology, Aries is the first sign of the zodiac."
• "Her sign of the zodiac is said to be compatible with his."

Advanced Usage

• In Astrological Context: The term is used technically to discuss the sun's position at birth, planetary transits through the signs, and the interpretation of natal charts.
  • Example: "The planet Venus entered a new sign of the zodiac today, which astrologers say will affect relationships."

Variants and Related Words

• Zodiac Sign: A more common, modern synonym.
• Star Sign: A common informal synonym.
• Astrological Sign: A formal synonym.
• Sun Sign: Refers specifically to the where the Sun was located at one's birth, which is what most horoscopes are based on.
• The Zodiac: The belt of the heavens divided into these twelve signs.

Synonyms

• Zodiac sign
• Star sign
• Astrological sign

Related Phrases

• Rising sign (Ascendant): The that was rising on the eastern horizon at the moment of birth.
• Moon sign: The where the Moon was located at the moment of birth.

Học thuật

Noun

1. (astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided

Từ đồng nghĩa

• star sign
• sign
• mansion
• house
• planetary house