Virgo

noun

Vir·​go ˈvər-(ˌ)gō  ˈvir- 

1

: a zodiacal constellation on the celestial equator that lies due south of the handle of the Big Dipper and is pictured as a woman holding a spike of grain

2

a

: the sixth sign of the zodiac in astrology see Signs of the Zodiac Table

b

: one born under the sign of Virgo

Virgoan

ˈvər-(ˌ)gō-ən 

ˈvir-

noun

Examples of Virgo in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Buy Now 06 of 12 Virgo: 'Body Astrology: A Cosmic Guide to Health, Healing, and Harnessing the Power of the Planets' by Claire Gallagher Virgo is the zodiac sign that focuses on health and well-being. —Lisa Stardust, Peoplemag, 14 May 2024

Taurus | Gemini | Cancer | Leo | Virgo | Libra | Scorpio | Sagittarius | Capricorn | Aquarius | Pisces Need a break? —Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 13 May 2024

Read the full Virgo Daily Horoscope Libra (September 23 - October 22) Heartfelt desires push you to transform. —USA TODAY, 21 Apr. 2024

While water signs can help Taurus get in touch with their emotions, earth signs like Virgo will bring out more of their practical side. —Katie Mannion, Peoplemag, 20 Apr. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Latin (genitive Virginis), literally, virgin

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

Virgo

noun

ˈvər-gō,

ˈvi(ə)r-

1

: a group of stars between Leo and Libra usually pictured as a young woman

2

a

: the sixth sign of the zodiac see zodiac

b

: a person whose sign of the zodiac is Virgo