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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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 3 June 2025
Insulated gloves are critical for keeping your hands warm and functioning during zodiac landings and when handling gear in freezing temperatures.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 29 May 2025
The board features zodiac signs and squares with predictions offering glimpses into the player’s future.
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The snake chain choice was meant to echo the Year of the Snake, the Chinese zodiac designation for 2025.
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“Zodiac.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zodiac. Accessed 6 Jun. 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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