Meaning of Jupiter in English

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

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈdʒupədər/

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  1. Noun

    Jupiter

    Etymology

    Latin, from Jovis pater, literally ‘Father Jove’

    Definitions

    1. the largest planet and the 5th from the sun

    Examples

    • « has many satellites »
  2. 2. (Roman mythology) supreme god of Romans

    Examples

    • « counterpart of Greek Zeus »

Famous quotes

  • « What do I care about Jupiter? Justice is a human issue, and I do not need a god to teach it to me. »
    Jean-Paul Sartre

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