stargazer
Americannoun
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a person who stargazes, as an astronomer or astrologer.
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a daydreamer.
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an impractical idealist.
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any of several marine fishes of the family Uranoscopidae, having the eyes at the top of the head.
Etymology
Origin of stargazer
First recorded in 1550–60; star + gazer ( def. )
Example Sentences
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There is plenty to keep stargazers amused through the rest of December.
From BBC
In New Mexico, where wide open landscapes and minimal light pollution create some of the clearest skies in the United States, stargazers enjoy a prime view of this annual celestial display.
From Science Daily
For stargazers wondering where to look, Griffith Observatory says to keep your eyes on Orion’s raised club.
From Los Angeles Times
Still, Krupp said seeing just one shooting star is a special experience, and one that will often elicit cheers if you’re in the company of other stargazers.
From Los Angeles Times
Early-rising stargazers in the UK woke up to a lunar eclipse just before dawn on Friday.
From BBC
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