Canadian English Meaning of observatory

observatory

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Definitions and Meaning of observatory in English

Wordnet

observatory (n)

a building designed and equipped to observe astronomical phenomena

a structure commanding a wide view of its surroundings

Webster

observatory (n.)

A place or building for making observations on the heavenly bodies.

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

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

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

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observatory

a building designed and equipped to observe astronomical phenomena, a structure commanding a wide view of its surroundingsA place or building for making observa

lookout,overlook,Tower,outlook,Watchtower,Nest,crow's nest,Promontory

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observatories => observatories, observator => Observer, observative => observant, observational => observational, observation tower => Observation tower,