regulus
Regulus, Astronomy. a first magnitude star in the constellation Leo.
Metallurgy.
the metallic mass that forms beneath the slag at the bottom of the crucible or furnace in smelting ores.
an impure intermediate product obtained in smelting ores.
Origin of regulus
1Words Nearby regulus
Other definitions for Regulus (2 of 2)
Marcus A·til·i·us [uh-til-ee-uhs], /əˈtɪl i əs/, died 250? b.c., Roman general.
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How to use regulus in a sentence
Mr. regulus thought with Dr. Harlowe, that it was a pity I was not at school.
Ernest Linwood | Caroline Lee Hentz"It must not be thought of at present," she answered, speaking to Mr. regulus.
Ernest Linwood | Caroline Lee Hentz"I think I can intercede with Mr. regulus to release you," said Mrs. Linwood.
Ernest Linwood | Caroline Lee HentzAt his heart is a gorgeous star of first magnitude, α or regulus.
Astronomy for Amateurs | Camille FlammarionThe residuum consists of revived mercury, with some regulus and calx of antimony.
British Dictionary definitions for regulus (1 of 3)
/ (ˈrɛɡjʊləs) /
impure metal forming beneath the slag during the smelting of ores
Origin of regulus
1Derived forms of regulus
- reguline, adjective
British Dictionary definitions for Regulus (2 of 3)
/ (ˈrɛɡjʊləs) /
Marcus Atilius (ˈmɑːkəs əˈtɪlɪəs). died ?250 bc, Roman general; consul (267; 256). Captured by the Carthaginians in the First Punic War, he was sent to Rome on parole to deliver the enemy's peace terms, advised the Senate to refuse them, and was tortured to death on his return to Carthage
British Dictionary definitions for Regulus (3 of 3)
/ (ˈrɛɡjʊləs) /
the brightest star in the constellation Leo. Visual magnitude: 1.3; spectral type: B8; distance: 69 light years
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Scientific definitions for Regulus
[ rĕg′yə-ləs ]
A bright triple star in the constellation Leo, with an apparent magnitude of 1.35. Scientific name: Alpha Leonis.
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