capricornis

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Noun capricornis has 1 sense

Capricornis, genus Capricornis - serows
--₁ is a kind of mammal genus
--₁ is a member of Bovidae, family Bovidae
--₁ has members: serow

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Capricornis

Definition:

Capricornis refers to a genus of Asian ungulates, commonly known as serows. They are medium-sized mountain-dwelling mammals known for their thick and coarse fur. Capricornis species are typically found in forested regions across the Asian continent.

Sense 1:

Noun:
A serow, a type of goat-antelope native to Asia.

Example Sentence:
The capricornis gracefully bounded across the rocky terrain.

Sense 2:

Noun:
A constellation located in the southern hemisphere near the celestial equator.

Example Sentence:
During winter nights, you can observe the beautiful Capricornis in the night sky.

Sense 3:

Adjective:
Referring to a person born under the zodiac sign of Capricorn, characterized by being hard-working, ambitious, and practical.

Example Sentence:
Janet, a capricornis individual, always sets high goals and works diligently to achieve them.

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