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Sirius
SIH-ree-uhs
Sirius (name) means the brightest star visible in the night sky, part of the constellation Canis Major. Example: “Sirius is easy to spot near Orion on a clear winter night.”
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The brightest star visible in the night sky, part of the constellation Canis Major.
"Sirius is easy to spot near Orion on a clear winter night."
How to use Sirius
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe brightest star in Earth's night sky.
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Etymology
From Greek σείριος (seírios, "scorching, scorcher"), via Latin Sīrius.
Synonyms
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α Canis Majoris A
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What does “Sirius” mean?
The word “Sirius” means the brightest star visible in the night sky, part of the constellation Canis Major. In plain terms, the brightest star in Earth's night sky.
How do you pronounce “Sirius”?
“Sirius” is pronounced SIH-ree-uhs (/ˈsɪɹi.əs/ in IPA).
How do you use “Sirius” in a sentence?
Here is “Sirius” used in a sentence: “Sirius is easy to spot near Orion on a clear winter night.”
What is another word for “Sirius”?
Words with a similar meaning to “Sirius” include α Canis Majoris A.
What part of speech is “Sirius”?
“Sirius” is a name.
Where does the word “Sirius” come from?
The word “Sirius” comes from Latin. From Greek σείριος (seírios, "scorching, scorcher"), via Latin Sīrius.
Is “Sirius” a common word?
“Sirius” is an uncommon word in modern English.
