zodiac
noun
zo·di·ac
ˈzō-dē-ˌak 
1
a
: an imaginary band in the heavens centered on the ecliptic that encompasses the apparent paths of all the planets and is divided into 12 constellations or signs each taken for astrological purposes to extend 30 degrees of longitude
b
: a figure representing the signs of the zodiac and their symbols
2
: a cyclic course
a zodiac of feasts and fasts—
R. W. Emerson
R. W. Emerson
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a political candidate dealing with the never-ending zodiac of rubber-chicken dinners and meet and greets
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As a Fixed Air sign, Aquarius is known for its unwavering focus on the future and its ability to see the bigger picture.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 21 Jan. 2025
The Chinese zodiac operates on a 12-year cycle of animals combined with one of five elements—wood, fire, Earth, metal, or water—creating a unique 60-year cycle.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
This British brand’s collection honors wisdom, elegance, adaptability and intelligence, which are attributed to the snake in the Chinese zodiac.
—Ty Gaskins, WWD, 10 Jan. 2025
Read on for what Mercury in Capricorn means for your zodiac sign.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 8 Jan. 2025
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 21 Jan. 2025
The Chinese zodiac operates on a 12-year cycle of animals combined with one of five elements—wood, fire, Earth, metal, or water—creating a unique 60-year cycle.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
This British brand’s collection honors wisdom, elegance, adaptability and intelligence, which are attributed to the snake in the Chinese zodiac.
—Ty Gaskins, WWD, 10 Jan. 2025
Read on for what Mercury in Capricorn means for your zodiac sign.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 8 Jan. 2025
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“Zodiac.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zodiac. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.
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zodiac
noun
zo·di·ac
ˈzōd-ē-ˌak
1
: an imaginary belt in the heavens that includes the apparent paths of most of the planets and is divided into 12 star groups or signs
2
: a figure showing the signs of the zodiac
Etymology
Middle English zodiac "zodiac," from Latin zodiacus (same meaning), derived from Greek zōidion "carved or painted figure, sign of the zodiac," from zōion "living being, animal, figure"
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