The Clue
Capricorn (4 letter answer)
The Answer
GOAT
Tags
Notes
The answer GOAT is seen frequently, appearing about once every 180 puzzles.
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Definition
GOAT as a noun:
1. (goat, caprine animal) = any of numerous agile ruminants related to sheep but having a beard and straight horns
2. (butt, goat, laughingstock, stooge) = a victim of ridicule or pranks
3. (Capricorn, Goat) = (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Capricorn
4. (Capricorn, Capricorn the Goat, Goat) = the tenth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about December 22 to January 19