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zodiac
/ˈzoʊ.diˌæk/
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What does zodiac mean?
noun
- The belt-like region of the celestial sphere, approximately eight degrees north and south of the ecliptic, which includes the apparent path of the sun, moon, and visible planets.
- The twelve equal divisions of the zodiacal region into signs or houses, each named for a prominent constellation in the region.
- The Chinese zodiac.
More meanings (6)
noun
- The ecliptic: the belt-like region of the celestial sphere corresponding to the apparent path of the sun over the course of a year.
- Any of various astrological systems considered similar to the above.
- A circle decorated with the signs of the zodiac.
- A inflatable boat.
- Alternative letter-case form of zodiac.
proper noun
- The Zodiac Killer.
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The Zodiac Company also constructed a number of small ships which were utilized during the war for anti-submarine patrol.
The upper part, embroidered with fleurs-de-lis, was further ornamented with the twelve signs of the zodiac, worked in gold.
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The sign Libra in the Zodiac, in its astrological aspect, is a very external correspondence of all the foregoing.
To dream of the zodiac is a prognostication of unparalleled rise in material worth, but also indicates alloyed peace and happiness.
His many labors for the good of the world were ultimately epitomized into twelve, symbolized by the signs of the Zodiac.