Delphinus
the Dolphin, a northern constellation between Aquila and Pegasus.
Origin of Delphinus
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How to use Delphinus in a sentence
After he had passed the Clivus Delphini, he ascended the Appian aqueduct on steps prepared purposely.
Quo Vadis | Henryk SienkiewiczThe star γ Delphini is a fine double for a small telescope with a marked and beautiful contrast of colors.
A Field Book of the Stars | William Tyler OlcottAs that helminthologist had accurately surmised, the Ascaris delphini of Rudolphi must be regarded as identical with this species.
Parasites | T. Spencer Cobbold
British Dictionary definitions for Delphinus
/ (dɛlˈfaɪnəs) /
a small constellation in the N hemisphere, between Pegasus and Sagitta
Origin of Delphinus
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