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chiron

/ˈkaɪ.rɒn/

Übersetzung: Eigenname eines weisen Kentauren der griechischen Mythologie, der viele legendäre Helden unterrichtete, sowie die Bezeichnung des 1977 entdeckten Asteroiden mit einer einzigartigen Umlaufbahn zwischen Saturn und Uranus.

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/ˈkaɪ.rɒn/C1formal
  • deEigenname eines weisen Kentauren der griechischen Mythologie, der viele legendäre Helden unterrichtete, sowie die Bezeichnung des 1977 entdeckten Asteroiden mit einer einzigartigen Umlaufbahn zwischen Saturn und Uranus.

A proper noun referring to a figure from Greek mythology, a wise centaur who tutored many legendary heroes, and also the name of an asteroid discovered in 1977 with a unique orbit between Saturn and Uranus.

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  1. Mythological CentaurC1formal

    In Greek mythology, a wise and immortal centaur who was a renowned teacher and healer, instructing many famous heroes.

    deChiron

    • Chiron taught Achilles the art of medicine and music.
    • Unlike other centaurs, Chiron was known for his wisdom and kindness.
    • Hercules accidentally wounded Chiron with a poisoned arrow.
  2. Celestial BodyC2formalscientific

    A minor planet or comet discovered in 1977, notable for its unusual orbit that lies primarily between the planets Saturn and Uranus.

    deHimmelskörper

    • Chiron was the first object discovered in the outer solar system with such a unique orbit.
    • Astronomers classify Chiron as both an asteroid and a comet.
    • The discovery of Chiron helped scientists understand the Kuiper Belt better.