Meaning of Arcturus in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌɑrkˈtjʊrəs/

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  1. Noun

    Arcturus

    Etymology

    from Greek arktos‘bear’ + ouros‘guardian’ (because of its position in line with the tail of Ursa Major)

    Definitions

    1. the 4th brightest star and the brightest star in the constellation Bootes

    Examples

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