Capricorn: Meaning and Definition of

Cap•ri•corn

Pronunciation: (kap'ri-kôrn"), [key]
— n.
  1. the Goat, a zodiacal constellation between Sagittarius and Aquarius.
    1. the tenth sign of the zodiac: the cardinal earth sign. See illus. underzodiac.
    2. a person born under this sign, usually between December 22nd and January 19th.
  2. See under(def. 1a).
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