stargaze

verb

star·​gaze ˈstär-ˌgāz How to pronounce stargaze (audio)
stargazed; stargazing; stargazes
Synonyms of stargazenext

intransitive verb

1
: to gaze at stars
2
: to gaze raptly or contemplatively

Examples of stargaze in a Sentence

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This is expected to be one of the darkest and best weeks for stargazing all month. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026 Visitors can pair stargazing with nearby attractions like ghost towns and the John Day Fossil Beds. Michael D'estries, Travel + Leisure, 6 May 2026 There’s an Observatory for those wishing to stargaze (beautiful), and there is also The Den—a fun space for children to play and enjoy their visit (think Lego room, fancy dress, giant keyboard). Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026 My favorite places to stargaze aren't necessarily my usual observing spots. Jamie Carter, Space.com, 27 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stargaze

Word History

Etymology

back-formation from stargazer

First Known Use

1639, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of stargaze was in 1639

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“Stargaze.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stargaze. Accessed 14 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

stargaze

verb
star·​gaze -ˌgāz How to pronounce stargaze (audio)
stargazed; stargazing
1
: to gaze at stars
2
: to stare absentmindedly : daydream
stargazer noun

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