ˈsætən n. 1 a
the sixth planet from the
sun,
with a
system of
broad flat rings circling
it,
and the
most distant of the
five planets
known in the ancient
world. b Astrol. Saturn as a supposed astrological
influence on
those born under its sign, characterized by coldness and gloominess. 2
Alchemy the
metal lead. øøSaturnian adj. [L Saturnus,
Roman god of
agriculture, identified with Kronos,
father of Zeus, perh. f. Etruscan]