In Greek mythology, a wise centaur (half-human, half-horse) famous for his knowledge of medicine, archery, and teaching; also refers to a small celestial body.
From Greek 'Cheiron,' possibly from 'cheir' (hand), suggesting manual skill. In astronomy, the name was given to a comet-like object discovered in 1977.
Chiron the centaur tutored Greek heroes like Achilles and Jason—but the mythical Chiron was immortal until he accidentally got shot and begged Zeus to end his pain.
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