n.
Pronunciation: ' o ̇ rb
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English, from Middle French orbe, from Latin orbis circle, disk, orb
Date: 15th century
1 : any of the concentric spheres in old astronomy surrounding the earth and carrying the celestial bodies in their revolutions
2 archaic : something circular : CIRCLE , ORBIT
3 : a spherical body especially : a spherical celestial object
4 : EYE
5 : a sphere surmounted by a cross symbolizing kingly power and justice