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observatory::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | lookout, lookout station, observation tower |
| Type of | construction, structure |
| Has types | observation dome, widow's walk |
Examples of observatory
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On a clear day, a trip to the observatory of the new WTC was always a highlight.
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An observatory three miles from the base of the mountain was evacuated Saturday.
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It is unlikely, experts say, that tourists will visit more than one observatory.
From the cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com
Cupola is a seven window observatory, used to view Earth and docking spacecraft.
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The $108 million observatory has given more than expected when launched in 1999.
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The evidence comes from a remarkable automated observatory called Pioneer Venus.
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The observatory it is now the site hosts the Italian Laboratory of Astrophisics.
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An observatory is a location used for observing terrestrial or celestial events.
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The lightsits next to a sunbathing beach, bird observatory and large parking lot.
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- A building designed and equipped to observe astronomical phenomena
- Lookout: a structure commanding a wide view of its surroundings
- An observatory is a location used for observing terrestrial and/or celestial events. Astronomy, climatology/meteorology, geology, oceanography and volcanology are examples of disciplines for which observatories have been constructed. ...
- The Observatory is an indie space rock and electronica band based in Singapore. They have toured throughout Asia and are influential in the Singapore music scene. The band formed in 2001 , and performed for the first time at the Baybeats music festival in December 2002. ...
- The Observatory is a publication, variously described as a journal, a magazine and a review, devoted to astronomy. It has appeared regularly since 1877, and is currently published every two months.
- King's College can refer to: *University of King's College in Halifax, Nova Scotia *King's University College (Edmonton) in Edmonton, Alberta *King's University College (University of Western Ontario), a campus of the University of Western Ontario in London, Ontarion*King's College, the ...
- A place where stars, planets and other celestial bodies are observed, usually through a telescope
- To dream of viewing the heavens and beautiful landscapes from an observatory, denotes your swift elevation to prominent positions and places of trust. For a young woman this dream signals the realization of the highest earthly joys. ...
- A special building where astronomers keep their telescopes ready for use.
