observatory
English
An observatory
Etymology
Borrowed from French observatoire.
Pronunciation
- (UK, General Australian) IPA(key): /əbˈzɜːvət(ə)ɹi/
- (US, Canada) IPA(key): /əbˈzɝvətɔɹi/
Audio (US) (file)
Noun
observatory (plural observatories)
- A place where stars, planets and other celestial bodies are observed, usually through a telescope; also place for observing meteorological or other natural phenomena.
- A lookout (vantage point with a view of the surrounding area)
Synonyms
- observatorium (archaic or non-native speakers’ English)
Translations
place where celestial bodies or natural phenomena are observed
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lookout — see lookout
See also
observatory on Wikipedia.Wikipedia
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