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Capricorn

KAP-rih-kawn

Capricorn (noun) means the zodiac sign of the goat, covering roughly late December to mid-January, or a person born under it. Example: “As a Capricorn, she's known for being disciplined and ambitious.”

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The zodiac sign of the goat, covering roughly late December to mid-January, or a person born under it.
"As a Capricorn, she's known for being disciplined and ambitious."

How to use Capricorn

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In plain EnglishThe astrological sign of the goat, or someone born under it.

Word forms

Capricorned past tense, Capricorns plural, Capricorns singular

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Etymology

From Latin Capricornus, literally "goat-horned," from caper ("goat") and cornu ("horn").

Origin: Latin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Capricorn” mean?

The word “Capricorn” means the zodiac sign of the goat, covering roughly late December to mid-January, or a person born under it. In plain terms, the astrological sign of the goat, or someone born under it.

How do you pronounce “Capricorn”?

“Capricorn” is pronounced KAP-rih-kawn (/ˈkæp.ɹɪˌkɔɹn/ in IPA).

How do you use “Capricorn” in a sentence?

Here is “Capricorn” used in a sentence: “As a Capricorn, she's known for being disciplined and ambitious.”

What part of speech is “Capricorn”?

“Capricorn” is a noun.

Where does the word “Capricorn” come from?

The word “Capricorn” comes from Latin. From Latin Capricornus, literally "goat-horned," from caper ("goat") and cornu ("horn").

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