astrologer

noun

as·​trol·​o·​ger ə-ˈsträ-lə-jər How to pronounce astrologer (audio)
Synonyms of astrologernext
: a person who practices astrology

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Each full moon of the year has a nickname used by astrologers and publications like the Farmers' Almanac and Old Farmer's Almanac. Melina Khan, USA Today, 2 Jan. 2026 Meghan Rose is a writer and astrologer based out of Los Angeles. Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Jan. 2026 Known as Venus Star Point, a term coined by astrologer Arielle Guttman, this marks a pivotal moment for relationships, self-confidence, and trendsetting. Lisa Stardust, Refinery29, 1 Jan. 2026 This day holds what astrologers call a Saturn-Neptune conjunction in Aries. Colin Bedell, Them., 16 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for astrologer

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, "one versed in astronomy, practitioner of astrology," from astrologie astrology + -er -er entry 2

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of astrologer was in the 14th century

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“Astrologer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/astrologer. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.

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