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observatory
n. astronomical viewing place; place where nature can be observed


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Observatory
An observatory is a location used for observing terrestrial and/or celestial events. Astrologyastronomyclimatology/meteorologygeologyoceanography and volcanology are examples of disciplines for which observatories have been constructed. Historically, observatories were as simple as containing a sextant (for measuring the distance between stars) or Stonehenge (which has some alignments on astronomical phenomena).
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observatory
Noun
1. a building designed and equipped to observe astronomical phenomena
(hypernym) building, edifice
2. a structure commanding a wide view of its surroundings
(synonym) lookout, observation tower, lookout station
(hypernym) structure, construction
(hyponym) observation dome


Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)Download this dictionary
Observatory
(n.)
A place, as an elevated chamber, from which a view may be observed or commanded.
  
 
(n.)
A place or building for making observations on the heavenly bodies.
  
 
(n.)
A lookout on a flank of a battery whence an officer can note the range and effect of the fire.
  
 
(n.)
A building fitted with instruments for making systematic observations of any particular class or series of natural phenomena.
  

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Observatory
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. If the heavens are clouded, your highest aims will miss materialization.
  

Ten Thousand Dreams Interpreted, or "What's in a dream": a scientific and practical exposition; By Gustavus Hindman, 1910. For the open domain e-text see: Guttenberg Project

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