Antares
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Noun — A huge, reddish star and one of the brightest in the night sky, marking the heart of the constellation Scorpius.
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Etymology
From Greek Antarēs, meaning roughly "rival of Ares (Mars)" — because its red colour made ancient skywatchers compare it to the red planet.
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What does “Antares” mean?
The word “Antares” means a huge, reddish star and one of the brightest in the night sky, marking the heart of the constellation Scorpius. In plain terms, a famous bright red star visible from Earth.
How do you pronounce “Antares”?
“Antares” is pronounced an-TEH-uhr-eez (/ænˈtɛɹ.iz/ in IPA).
How do you use “Antares” in a sentence?
Here is “Antares” used in a sentence: “Antares glows a deep orange-red, making it easy to pick out in the summer sky.”
What part of speech is “Antares”?
“Antares” is a noun.
Where does the word “Antares” come from?
The word “Antares” comes from Greek. From Greek Antarēs, meaning roughly "rival of Ares (Mars)" — because its red colour made ancient skywatchers compare it to the red planet.
