centaur
- In Greek mythology, a centaur is a creature with the upper body of a human and the lower body and legs of a horse. They are often depicted as wild and unruly, living in the mountains and forests. nounThe centaur galloped through the forest, its human torso blending seamlessly with the horse's body.In ancient tales, centaurs were known for their dual nature, embodying both human intelligence and animalistic instincts.
- In astronomy, a centaur is a small celestial body that orbits the Sun between Jupiter and Neptune, having characteristics of both asteroids and comets. nounAstronomers discovered a new centaur orbiting between Saturn and Uranus.The centaur's orbit is unstable, suggesting it might eventually be ejected from the solar system or collide with a planet.