Scorpio

/ˌskɔrpiˈoʊ/
/ˈskɔpiəʊ/
IPA guide

Other forms: Scorpios

Definitions of Scorpio
  1. noun
    a large zodiacal constellation between Libra and Sagittarius
    synonyms: Scorpius
    see moresee less
    example of:
    constellation
    a configuration of stars as seen from the earth
  2. noun
    the eighth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about October 23 to November 21
    synonyms: Scorpio the Scorpion, Scorpion
    see moresee less
    example of:
    house, mansion, planetary house, sign, sign of the zodiac, star sign
    (astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided
  3. noun
    (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Scorpio
    synonyms: Scorpion
    see moresee less
    type of:
    individual, mortal, person, somebody, someone, soul
    a human being
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘Scorpio'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family