observatory
Meaning
- 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
lookout station
observation tower
astronomical observatory
observation dome
observation station
obs.
astronomical station
Translations
observatoire
osservatorio
observatório
observatorio
Observatorium
observatori
αστεροσκοπείο
observatorium
rasathane
observatòri
observatoriumFrequency
Pronounced as (IPA)
/əbˈzɜːvət(ə)ɹi/
Etymology
Borrowed from French observatoire.
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