What does "scorpius" mean?

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

What is a synonym for "scorpius"?

Common synonyms include: big dipper, celestial group, constellation, scorpio, scorpion, scorpion.

Pronounced //ˈskɔːɹpɪəs//.

/ˈskɔːɹpɪəs/ name

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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

Borrowed from Latin scorpius (“scorpion”).