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Leo
LEE-oh
Leo (noun) means the zodiac sign covering roughly late July to late August, symbolised by the lion. Example: “She's a Leo, so she loves being the centre of attention.”
noun
1
The zodiac sign covering roughly late July to late August, symbolised by the lion.
"She's a Leo, so she loves being the centre of attention."
2
Someone born under this zodiac sign.
"As a typical Leo, he never shied away from the spotlight."
3
A large, muscular breed of dog also known as the Leonberger.
"The family's Leo lay across the doorway like a small bear."
How to use Leo
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMost often the zodiac sign of the lion (late July to late August), or someone born under it.
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a typical Leo
born under Leo
Leo rising
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Etymology
From Latin leō ("lion"), the constellation named for its resemblance to a crouching lion.
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What does “Leo” mean?
The word “Leo” means the zodiac sign covering roughly late July to late August, symbolised by the lion. In plain terms, most often the zodiac sign of the lion (late July to late August), or someone born under it.
How do you pronounce “Leo”?
“Leo” is pronounced LEE-oh (/ˈliːoʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Leo” in a sentence?
Here is “Leo” used in a sentence: “She's a Leo, so she loves being the centre of attention.”
What is another word for “Leo”?
Words with a similar meaning to “Leo” include Lion.
What is the opposite of “Leo”?
The opposite of “Leo” — its antonyms — is Aquarius.
What part of speech is “Leo”?
“Leo” is a noun.
Where does the word “Leo” come from?
The word “Leo” comes from Latin. From Latin leō ("lion"), the constellation named for its resemblance to a crouching lion.
Is “Leo” a common word?
“Leo” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What dates does the zodiac sign "Leo" cover?
Leo covers roughly late July to late August in the zodiac calendar. People born during this period are described as being born under the sign of Leo.
Why is "Leo" symbolised by a lion?
The name Leo comes from the Latin word for lion, and the sign is represented by the lion in astrology. This is why the zodiac symbol and imagery for Leo feature a lion.
Should "Leo" be capitalised?
Yes, Leo is capitalised because it is a proper noun naming a specific zodiac sign, just like other star signs such as Aries or Virgo. It is capitalised whether referring to the sign itself or to a person born under it.
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