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Astronomer Royal
noun
- the chief astronomer of England, appointed by the British Crown.
- the chief astronomer of Scotland, director of the Royal Edinburgh Observatory.
Astronomer Royal
noun
- an honorary title awarded to an eminent British astronomer: until 1972, the Astronomer Royal was also director of the Royal Greenwich Observatory
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Word History and Origins
Origin of Astronomer Royal1
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Example Sentences
Let us suppose that the Astronomer Royal claimed infallibility, not only in matters astronomical, but also in politics and morals.
The Astronomer Royal told us that at eight o'clock on June 22 the sun commenced to return, and every one took note of the fact.
This view is also confirmed on astronomical grounds by Mr. Lockyer, the Astronomer Royal.
Beginning with 1890, five days a month were selected at Greenwich by the astronomer royal as conspicuously quiet.
Already, in November, 1907, the Astronomer Royal was trying to catch it by the aid of photography.
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