Saturn cultural definition

In astronomy, the second-largest major planet, sixth from the sun. Saturn was named for the Roman god of agriculture. Like Jupiter, Saturn is composed largely of gases and liquids. Saturn is the most distant planet plainly visible to the naked eye. (See solar system; see under “Mythology and Folklore.”)

• Saturn, often called the most beautiful planet, is known for the rings that encircle it.

The Roman name for one of the Titans, the father of Zeus. In Roman mythology, Saturn fled from Mount Olympus after Zeus defeated the Titans. He settled in Italy and established a golden age, in which all people were equal and harvests were plentiful.

• Saturday (“Saturn's day”) is named after Saturn.
• The sixth planet from the sun (the Earth is third) is named Saturn.