noun
Astronomical term for the band of constellations along the ecliptic; often used in the context of the twelve signs (黄道十二宮).
See also: 黄道十二宮
獣帯は黄道に沿って広がる星座の帯である。
The zodiac is a band of constellations stretching along the ecliptic.
獣帯には十二の星座が含まれている。
The zodiac includes twelve constellations.