Orion Orion /ɔˈraɪən/
noun
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A constellation on the equator to the east of Taurus; contains Betelgeuse and Rigel
(
Hunter
, Orion
)
a constellation on the equator to the east of Taurus; contains Betelgeuse and Rigel
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(Greek mythology) a giant Boeotian hunter who pursued the Pleiades and was eventually slain by Artemis; was then placed in the sky as a constellation
(
Orion
)
(Greek mythology) a giant Boeotian hunter who pursued the Pleiades and was eventually slain by Artemis; was then placed in the sky as a constellation
As a constellation, Orion's figure can be seen clearly on a clear night sky.
As a constellation, Orion's figure can be seen clearly on a clear night sky.