Sirius

/ˈsɪriəs/ noun

Definition

the brightest star in the night sky, located in the constellation Canis Major

Etymology

From Greek Seirios meaning 'glowing' or 'scorching'

Kelly Says

Sirius was so important to ancient Egyptians that they based their calendar on it - its appearance marked the flooding of the Nile.

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