Orionid en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /oʊˈɹaɪ.ə.nɪd/ (US)
- /əˈɹaɪ.ə.nɪd/ (US)
Etymology
From Orion + -id; so called because the point they appear to come from, called the radiant, lies in the constellation Orion.
Meanings
- Any of the meteors in a prolific meteor shower associated with Halley's Comet.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orionids | Number=Plur | lexicographic |