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Hyades

noun plural Hy·a·des \ˈhī-ə-ˌdēz\

Definition of HYADES

:  a V-shaped cluster of stars in the head of the constellation Taurus held by the ancients to indicate rainy weather when they rise with the sun
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Origin of HYADES

Latin, from Greek
First Known Use: 14th century

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