Synonyms for

Orion

Verb / əʊˈraɪʌn / / ɔ:ˈraɪʌn / Another word for orion — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Orion is a constellation named after a hunter in Greek mythology.

Synonyms & similar words

orion hunter Hunter Archer Tracker Stalker Chaser Pursuer Seeker Finder Scout Explorer Surveyor Navigator Adventurer Voyager Traveler Ranger Guardian Protector Defender Sentinel

Common collocations

  • Orion Nebula
  • Orion's Belt
  • Orion constellation
  • brightest star in Orion
  • Hunter in Orion
  • Orion the Hunter

Word family

noun Orion

Usage note

Orion is a proper noun referring to a specific constellation and a mythological hunter. It is not typically used as a common noun with synonyms.

Example sentences

  1. I love looking at Orion in the night sky.
  2. My favorite constellation is Orion.
  3. Orion is easy to spot because of its bright stars.
  4. The story of Orion is fascinating.
  5. We learned about Orion in our science class.

Quotes

  • "Orion's Belt is a big waist of space." - Unknown
  • "I'd rather be a gear in a big, deterministic, physical machine than just some random swerving." - David Mitchell, Cloud Atlas
  • "Orion is the kind of constellation that, once you've found it, you never forget." - Neil deGrasse Tyson

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