Noun
an asteroid discovered in 1977; it is unique in having an orbit lying mainly between the orbits of Saturn and Uranus
(Greek mythology) the learned centaur who tutored Achilles, Asclepius, Hercules, Jason, and other heroes
Source: WordNetAn alternative tradition is that Chiron merely invented the constellation Sagittarius to help in guiding the Argonauts in their quest for the Golden Fleece. Source: Internet
Although Chiron has been relegated to the status of a guardian of Hell, he is able to retain an element of his previous wisdom. Source: Internet
At the wedding Chiron gave Peleus an ashen spear that had been polished by Athene and had a blade forged by Hephaestus. Source: Internet
Amphora suggested to be Achilles riding Chiron. Source: Internet
At the time of its discovery, Chiron was close to aphelion, whereas the observations showing a coma were done closer to perihelion, perhaps explaining why no cometary behavior had been seen earlier. Source: Internet
Bate also finds significance in the fact that prior to the rape of Lavinia, Chiron and Demetrius vow to use Bassianus' body as a pillow. Source: Internet