I. ˈlē-(ˌ)ō noun
Etymology: Latin (genitive Leonis ), literally, lion — more at lion
Date: before 12th century
1. : a northern constellation east of Cancer
2.
a. : the fifth sign of the zodiac in astrology — see zodiac table
b. : one born under this sign
• Le·o·nine ˈlē-ə-ˌnīn adjective
II. ˈlē-(ˌ)ō biographical name
name of 13 popes: especially I Saint died 461 (pope 440-61); III Saint d 816 (pope 795-816); XIII 1810-1903 (pope 1878-1903)