Ἀρκτοῦρος

Ancient Greek

proper noun
Definitions
  • Arcturus, a bright star in the Boötes constellation.
  • The time of Arcturus' rising (mid September).

Etymology

Compound from Ancient Greek ᾰ̓́ρκτος (bear) + Ancient Greek οὖρος (guard).

Origin

Ancient Greek

οὖρος

Gloss

guard

Concept
Semantic Field

Warfare and hunting

Ontological Category

Person/Thing

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