Leonis
|Le-o-nis|
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/liˈoʊnɪs/
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/liˈəʊnɪs/
(Leo)
constellation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Leonis' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'leo', where 'leo' meant 'lion'.
Historical Evolution
'Leo' changed from the Latin word 'leo' and eventually became the modern English word 'Leo'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'lion', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a constellation'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a genitive form of 'Leo', used in the designation of stars, such as 'Alpha Leonis'.
The star Regulus is also known as Alpha Leonis.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/08 08:35