astronomer

[uh-stron-uh-mer]

noun

1. an expert in astronomy; a scientific observer of the celestial bodies.

Word History and Origins

Origin of astronomer¹

First recorded in 1325–75; Middle English; astronomy, -er ¹

Example Sentences

Perhaps that’s why a recent ranking by the betting website Action Network has some local astronomers scratching their heads over a decision to name California the best state in the nation to stargaze.

From Los Angeles Times

Over three and a half centuries,15 men have held the post of the most senior astronomer for all of the UK.

From BBC

That important role in training the scientists and astronomers of the future means that Armagh's human connection to the weather of the past looks set to continue for many years to come.

From BBC

A mystery interstellar object spotted last week by astronomers could be the oldest comet ever seen, according to scientists.

From BBC

The network - which started in 2012 and involves more than 200 amateur astronomers - uses observations, captured footage and computer programs to calculate orbits and trajectories to figure out where meteorites land.

From BBC

Related Words

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