Gemini: meaning, definitions and examples

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Gemini

 

[ ˈdʒɛmɪˌnaɪ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

zodiac sign

The third astrological sign of the zodiac, represented by twins. People born between May 21 and June 20 are considered to be Geminis.

Synonyms

twin

Examples of usage

  • She is a Gemini, so she is known for her dual personality traits.
  • Geminis are often characterized as being witty and adaptable.
Context #2 | Noun

astronomy

A constellation in the northern hemisphere that represents two twin brothers, Castor and Pollux.

Synonyms

Twins

Examples of usage

  • Gemini is one of the 12 zodiac constellations.
Context #3 | Noun

mythology

In Greek mythology, Gemini is associated with the myth of Castor and Pollux, the twin sons of Zeus.

Synonyms

Twin brothers

Examples of usage

  • The story of Gemini is one of brotherly love and loyalty.

Translations

Translations of the word "Gemini" in other languages:

🇵🇹 Gêmeos (астрологічний знак)

🇮🇳 मिथुन (राशि चक्र का चिन्ह)

🇩🇪 Zwillinge (Sternzeichen)

🇮🇩 Gemini (tanda zodiak)

🇺🇦 Близнюки (знак зодіаку)

🇵🇱 Bliźnięta (znak zodiaku)

🇯🇵 ジェミニ (星座)

🇫🇷 Gémeaux (signe astrologique)

🇪🇸 Géminis (signo del zodiaco)

🇹🇷 İkizler (burç)

🇰🇷 쌍둥이자리 (황도대별자리)

🇸🇦 الجوزاء (علامة فلكية)

🇨🇿 Blíženci (znamení zvěrokruhu)

🇸🇰 Blíženci (znamenie zverokruhu)

🇨🇳 双子座 (星座)

🇸🇮 Dvojčka (astrološko znamenje)

🇮🇸 Tvíburar (stjörnumerki)

🇰🇿 Егіздер (жұлдыз белгісі)

🇬🇪 ტყუპები (ასტროლოგიური ნიშანი)

🇦🇿 Əkizlər (bürc işarəsi)

🇲🇽 Géminis (signo zodiacal)

Etymology

The word 'Gemini' comes from the Latin word for 'twins'. In astrology, Gemini is the third sign of the zodiac. The constellation of Gemini is linked to the myth of Castor and Pollux from Greek mythology. These twins were known for their inseparable bond and loyalty to each other, even after death. The symbol of Gemini, the twins, reflects the duality and adaptability associated with this sign.

See also: gem, gems, gemstone.