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Water Bearer

Water Bearer

8.2
The eleventh zodiac sign is Aquarius, with the sun there from about January 20 to February 18
  • noun
  • /ˈwɔːtər ˈbɛrər/
translation icon : Acuario
  • She was born under the sign of the Water Bearer, making her an Aquarius.

Examples

  • The Water Bearer is often depicted holding a jar pouring water.

  • According to astrologers, people of the Water Bearer sign are independent and inventive.

  • She is a proud Water Bearer who loves her zodiac sign.

  • The Water Bearers are known for their creativity and independence.

  • People born under the sign of the Water Bearer are often seen as forward-thinking and innovative.

  • As an Aquarius or Water Bearer, she values her freedom and originality.

  • During the zodiac season of the Water Bearer, many celebrate their birthday with enthusiasm.

Synonyms

Aquarius
vsWater Bearer
5 6.1

A zodiac sign for people born between January 20 and February 18

refers to the same sign by its symbolic figure rather than the label

Surface Forms

Water Bearer singular
Water Bearers plural

Morphology

Water + bearer

The phrase is compositionally transparent as 'someone who carries water' from the constituents 'water' + 'bearer'. However, its specific use as the proper-name zodiac sign (Aquarius) is a cultural/lexicalized extension that a B1 learner who only knows the parts would not reliably infer without prior exposure, so the expression is only partially predictable.

Etymology

Water Bearer is the name for the eleventh sign of the zodiac, from the classic picture of a figure pouring water from a jar. The image of a person carrying water and being a bearer led people to call the sign 'Aquarius', and that's why the sign is linked to the idea of sharing and helping others.