Cancer: The Zodiac Sign
The Cardinal Water Sign of the Zodiac
Crossword Clue
"Zodiac sign represented by a crab"
Answer: CANCER (6 letters)
Symbol & Dates
Symbol: The Crab
Glyph: ♋
Season: Begins at the Summer Solstice.
Element & Mode
Element: Water – Emotional, intuitive, nurturing.
Quality: Cardinal – Initiating, protective, home-focused.
Key Traits
- Deeply nurturing and empathetic
- Highly intuitive and sensitive
- Tenacious and protective (like a crab's shell)
- Values home, family, and emotional security
- Possesses a strong memory
Mythology
In Greek myth, Cancer is associated with the crab sent by Hera to distract Hercules during his fight with the Hydra. Though crushed, it was placed in the stars by Hera for its effort.
In the Cosmic Puzzle
Cancer is the fourth sign of the zodiac, connecting the lively communication of Gemini with the expressive drama of Leo. In crosswords, it's a classic clue for solvers, often hinted at by references to crabs, summer, or cardinal signs.
Ruled by the Moon, Cancer's energy is cyclical, reflective, and tied to the rhythms of care and emotion.