As a proper noun Jupiter
is the fifth and by far the largest planet in the Solar System, a gas giant, represented by the symbol ♃ in astronomy. Jupiter is known for its Great Red Spot and many moons including the Galilean moons.
As a noun zenography is
the study of the planet Jupiter.
jupiter Proper noun
( en proper noun)
(astronomy) The fifth and by far the largest planet in the Solar System, a gas giant, represented by the symbol in astronomy. Jupiter is known for its Great Red Spot and many moons including the Galilean moons.
(Roman god) The King of the Gods, also called Jove. Equivalent to the Greek Zeus, Jupiter was one of the children of Saturn.
Usage notes
The planet Jupiter takes the adjectival form Jovian'', and not *''Jupiterian''. The planet's demonym is also ''Jovian .
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zenography English
Noun
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The study of the planet Jupiter.
Related terms
* zenographic
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