Zodiac Wheel
/ˈzoʊ.di.æk wiːl/noun
A circular diagram representing the twelve astrological signs and their positions.
Did you know?The word 'zodiac' comes from the Greek for 'circle of animals', linking astrology to ancient beliefs in celestial beings guiding human fate.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
ζωδιακός (zodiakos)
“Pertaining to a circle of animals, used to describe the twelve astrological signs.”
Late Latin
Latin
zodiacus
“A circle of animals, referring to the same astrological concept.”
Middle English
English
zodiak
“Adaptation of the Latin term, indicating the twelve divisions of the celestial sphere.”
Modern English
English
zodiac
“The twelve astrological signs as a system of belief in celestial influence.”
Modern English
English
wheel
“A circular object that symbolizes cycles and the passage of time.”
Modern English
English
zodiac wheel
“The combined concept of zodiac signs arranged in a circular format representing astrological influence.”