Saturn

noun

Sat·​urn ˈsa-tərn How to pronounce Saturn (audio)
1
: a Roman god of agriculture and father by Ops of Jupiter
2
: the planet sixth in order from the sun see Planets Table

Examples of Saturn in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Once the moon peaks in your sign, financial responsibilities arise unexpectedly, as aspects with Saturn may trigger financial constraints or shifts in income. Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 10 Aug. 2024 August 20 – The Moon chases Saturn across the sky tonight. John Tufts, The Courier-Journal, 9 Aug. 2024 August 20 – The moon chases Saturn across the sky tonight. John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 9 Aug. 2024 Early next week, Jupiter also squares off against Saturn. Jennifer Culp, Them, 9 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for Saturn 

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Word History

Etymology

Latin Saturnus

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of Saturn was before the 12th century

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“Saturn.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Saturn. Accessed 19 Aug. 2024.

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Saturn

noun
Sat·​urn ˈsat-ərn How to pronounce Saturn (audio)
: the planet sixth in order from the sun see planet

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