Pallas:

Asteroid named for Greek goddess of war. Represents feminism, wisdom, crafts, news, politics, travel, sport, science and technology.

Out-of-Sign:

Also known as a dissociate aspect; addresses the importance of measuring aspects by degree rather than Sign. For example, a conjunction between a planet at 29 degrees Leo and 1 degree Virgo is within a 2 degree orb but not the same Sign. This weakens the aspect.

Out of Bounds:

Planets which are outside the usual north or south measurement of the celestial equator within which planets rest.

Orb:

The space on the chart wheel measured in degrees, between planets and points, by which an aspect may vary from exactness and still remain effective.

Opposition:

When Planets are exactly opposite each other in the chart wheel; an arc of 180 degrees. Creates stress. Balance is needed in the presence of an opposition.

Nodes:

The two points in a planet's orbit which intercept the Earth's path around the sun (otherwise known as the ecliptic).

Ninth House:

Also known as the House of Philosophy. It represents religion, travel, foreign countries, in-laws, higher education, publishing, import/export and ethics.

Neptune:

Rules music, television, movies, fashion, glamour, dreams, illusion, drugs, the intangible and the elusive. It also represents abstract thought, alcohol, the universal subconscious and the oceans of the Earth.

Natal:

Synonymous with 'birth.' Natal chart and birth chart are terms which can be used interchangeably.

Mutable Signs:

Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius and Pisces. This Quality represents a flexible nature.

Mundane Astrology:

The branch of Astrology which deals with places as opposed to people; world events and universal trends are the focal point.

Moon:

Represents the Mother and the women in one's life, nurturing, home, emotions, instinct and memory. It also represents one's emotional response to situations and experiences.

Mercury:

Represents communication, intellect, consciousness, transportation, dexterity and the mind. Modes: See "Qualities."

Masculine Signs:

The Fire and Air Signs, comprised of Aries, Gemini, Leo, Libra, Sagittarius and Aquarius. It represents assertive and self-assured energy.