Capricornus
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1. Capricornus - Noun
2. Capricornus - Proper noun
Meaning
a faint zodiacal constellation in the southern hemisphere; between Sagittarius and Aquarius
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It is 670 light-years from Earth and the components are distinguishable in a small telescope.sfn Deep-sky objects Several galaxies and star clusters are contained within Capricornus.
But 3,000 years ago, the December Solstice occurred when the Sun was in the constellation of Capricornus (sometimes called Capricorn).
It sets around 9:30 p.m. During the month, the God of War moves from eastern Sagittarius to eastern Capricornus.
The Goddess of Love sets around 8:15 p.m. It starts the month in central Capricornus, moving into Aquarius, where it ends the month just before entering into Pisces.
It ranges by about 0.2 magnitudes with a period of 24.5 hours.sfn The other bright stars in Capricornus range in magnitude from 3.1 to 5.1.
Jupiter is in Capricornus this month, starting June right at the border with Aquarius.