Definitions for Observatory
əbˈzɜr vəˌtɔr i, -ˌtoʊr iob·ser·va·to·ry

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. observatorynoun

   a building designed and equipped to observe astronomical phenomena

2. lookout, observation tower, lookout station, observatorynoun

   a structure commanding a wide view of its surroundings

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1. Observatorynoun

   (Mil.) A lookout on a flank of a battery whence an officer can note the range and effect of the fire; usually referred to as an observation post. Farrow.

WiktionaryRate this definition:2.0 / 1 vote

1. observatorynoun

   A place where stars, planets and other celestial bodies are observed, usually through a telescope.

2. Etymology: From the participle stem of observare.

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Observatorynoun

   A place built for astronomical observations.

   Etymology: observatoire, French.

   Another was found near the observatory in Greenwich Park. John Woodward, on Fossils.

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1. Observatory

   An observatory is a location used for observing terrestrial or celestial events. Astronomy, climatology/meteorology, geophysical, oceanography and volcanology are examples of disciplines for which observatories have been constructed. Historically, observatories were as simple as containing an astronomical sextant (for measuring the distance between stars) or Stonehenge (which has some alignments on astronomical phenomena).

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1. observatory

   An observatory is a location or building used for observing celestial events, such as stars, planets, the sun, and the moon. It typically houses telescopes and other astronomical instruments for studying outer space. Some observatories also serve as research facilities for astronomers and scientists, while others are open to the public for educational purposes.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. Observatorynoun

   a place or building for making observations on the heavenly bodies

2. Observatorynoun

   a building fitted with instruments for making systematic observations of any particular class or series of natural phenomena

3. Observatorynoun

   a place, as an elevated chamber, from which a view may be observed or commanded

4. Observatorynoun

   a lookout on a flank of a battery whence an officer can note the range and effect of the fire

5. Etymology: [Cf. F. observatoire.]

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1. Observatory

   An observatory is a location used for observing terrestrial or celestial events. Astronomy, climatology/meteorology, geology, oceanography and volcanology are examples of disciplines for which observatories have been constructed. Historically, observatories were as simple as containing an astronomical sextant or Stonehenge.

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of Observatory in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of Observatory in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7

Examples of Observatory in a Sentence

1. Elisa Resconi:

   If the characterization of the site proves to be excellent, one could consider how a full-scale neutrino observatory might be deployed on a relatively fast timescale thanks to the existing deep-water infrastructure, a neutrino detector array operated in the Pacific would ideally complement IceCube and its second generation at South Pole.

2. Celestin Kasereka Mahinda:

   The observatory no longer has the support of the central government or of external donors, which explains why the volcanic eruption was such a surprise.

3. Park Superintendent Cindy Orlando:

   We understand and commiserate with our community and visitors about the prolonged closure, but we can not provide safe access to the Kilauea Volcano in Hawaii section of the park as long as these very unpredictable dangers threaten the safety of park staff and visitors, unlike lava, which you can see coming and avoid, we can not see or predict earthquakes, nor can we foresee a summit explosion, but both threats continue. HAWAII'S KIM VOWS TO REBUILD FROM VOLCANO WITH HELP OF FEMA, AS SCIENTISTS SAY THE WORST IS YET TO COME Damage to Jaggar Museum overlook following 5.5 magnitude earthquake on June 3, 2018. ( NPS Photo) The summit area in particular has been also struck by several earthquakes that have damaged at least three park buildings, fractured park roads, and snapped water lines, according to the National Park Service. A magnitude 5.5 earthquake rattled the summit area at 3:50 p.m. on June 3, cracking the overlook deck at Jaggar Museum. Kilauea Volcano in Hawaii RANKED AMONG TOP 10 MOST DANGEROUS IN US A large plume of ash after an earthquake near the summit of Kilauea Volcano in Hawaii volcano on May 25, 2018. ( NPS Photo) Over the weekend, the U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reported more than 500 earthquakes in a 24-hour period – the most ever measured by HVO scientists.

4. Tom Falvey:

   We have had calls from people in Europe, South America, and so people will come from all over the world to see this and chase this eclipse, so we are getting ready to show them this place, show them our wonderful telescopes collection, our observatory, planetarium, the wonderful galleries we have.

5. Sean Dougherty:

   A team continues working at the observatory to keep vital telescope systems operational and ensure that we are ready to restart operations whenever that is feasible.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=Observatory
2. ^ GCIDE
   https://gcide.gnu.org.ua/?q=Observatory
3. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Observatory
4. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=Observatory
5. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Observatory
6. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
7. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Observatory
8. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=Observatory