Definitions for: Centaur

[n] a conspicuous constellation in the southern hemisphere near the Southern Cross
[n] (classical mythology) a mythical being that is half man and half horse

Webster (1913) Definition: Cen"taur, n. [L. centaurus, Gr. ?.]
1. (Class. Myth.) A fabulous being, represented as half man
and half horse.

2. (Astron.) A constellation in the southern heavens between
Hydra and the Southern Cross.

Synonyms: Centaurus, The Centaur

See Also: Alpha Centauri, Beta Centauri, constellation, mythical creature, mythical monster, Omega Centauri, Proxima, Proxima Centauri, Rigil, Rigil Kent

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