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

GCIDERate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

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.

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

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.]

WikidataRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

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. The NSF:

   Our focus is now on assessing the damage, finding ways to restore operations at other parts of the observatory, and working to continue supporting the scientific community, and the people of Puerto Rico.

2. Hawaii Civil Defense:

   Hawaiian Volcano Observatory confirms 2 new vents. All Lanipuna residents must evacuate now.

3. Michael McElwain:

   There are 50 major deployments that transform Webb from its stowed, launch configuration into an operational observatory, while these steps have been tested on the ground and operationally rehearsed in the Mission Operations Center, these critical activities must be executed for a successful mission. Best wishes to our team, and stay cool, James Webb !

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