Definition of Orion

O`ri´on   Pronunciation: ô`rī´ǒn
n.1.(Astron.) A large and bright constellation on the equator, between the stars Aldebaran and Sirius. It contains a remarkable nebula visible to the naked eye.
The flaming glories of Orion's belt.
- E. Everett.


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Greek mythology, mythical being


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