Serpent Bearer

noun

, Astronomy.

1. the constellation Ophiuchus.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Serpent Bearer¹

First recorded in 1545–55

Example Sentences

Look for M9 in the constellation Ophiuchus, the serpent bearer, about 5 degrees to the upper left of the moon--equal to the width of your fist held at arm’s length.

From National Geographic

Situated in the left elbow of the Serpent Bearer.

From Project Gutenberg

It lies just under the Serpent Bearer, between Sagittarius and Libra.

From Project Gutenberg

A triangle is formed by Vega, Altair, and Ras Alhague, in the Serpent Bearer, which is about 30° west of Altair.

From Project Gutenberg

A pale yellow star in the left leg of the Serpent Bearer.

From Project Gutenberg