ZODIAC


Meaning of ZODIAC in English

Belt around the heavens extending about 9k on either side of the ecliptic .

The orbits of the Moon and the major planets (except Pluto) lie entirely within the zodiac. In astrology , each of 12 constellation s along this circle is considered to occupy 1/12 (30k) of it. The positions of the Sun and planets when a person is born and their motion through these constellations are said to exert influence on his or her life, though precession of the Aries , the ram (March 21–April 19); Taurus , the bull (April 20–May 20); Gemini , the twins (May 21–June 21); Cancer , the crab (June 22–July 22); Leo , the lion (July 23–August 22); Virgo , the virgin (August 23–September 22); Libra , the balance (September 23–October 23); Scorpius (see Scorpio ), the scorpion (October 24–November 21); Sagittarius , the archer (November 22–December 21); Capricornus (see Capricorn ), the goat (December 22–January 19); Aquarius , the water bearer (January 20–February 18); Pisces , the fish (February 19–March 20).

Britannica English dictionary.      Английский словарь Британика.