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Scorpius

Pronunciation: /ˈskɔːpɪəs/

The English word “Scorpius” has 2 meanings listed here.

proper noun

  1. A constellation of the zodiac, traditionally figured in the shape of a scorpion. Its brightest star is the red giant Antares.
  2. Scorpio

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin scorpius (“scorpion”).

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