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Scorpius

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See also: scorpius

English

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The constellation Scorpius

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Etymology

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Borrowed from Latin scorpius (scorpion).

Pronunciation

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  • (UK) IPA(key): /ˈskɔːpɪəs/
  • (US) IPA(key): /ˈskɔːɹpɪəs/
  • Audio (US):(file)

Proper noun

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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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