as in tower
a high place or structure from which a wide view is possible
the observatory is located on a mountaintop
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Recent Examples of observatory
These observatories triangulate cosmic radio signals to determine Earth’s orientation in space.
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Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2025
However, for the Compton gamma-ray observatory, the Sun was actually a safe target.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 4 Sep. 2025
The observatories said Shinmoedake remains active.
—Shane Croucher
john Feng, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Aug. 2025
The observatory has a sense of wonder, perfect for curiosity.
—Holly Alvarado, Oc Register, 27 Aug. 2025
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Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2025
However, for the Compton gamma-ray observatory, the Sun was actually a safe target.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 4 Sep. 2025
The observatories said Shinmoedake remains active.
—Shane Croucher
john Feng, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Aug. 2025
The observatory has a sense of wonder, perfect for curiosity.
—Holly Alvarado, Oc Register, 27 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for observatory
Noun
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Humanity, united by one language, settles on a plain in Shinar and begins constructing a tower to reach the heavens and make a name for themselves.—
John Fugelsang
September 12,
Literary Hub,
12 Sep. 2025
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The result is organized, accessible, and much sleeker than a leaning tower of battered cardboard.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The journey is comfortable, with reserved seats, onboard restrooms, and no worries about parking or crowded overlooks.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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The ledges rise to about 3,200 feet, with hikers climbing roughly 1,200 feet from the trailhead to reach the overlook.—
Michael Dorgan,
FOXNews.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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While on site, adjust your path to coordinate with feeding times and notice the many art installations, many of which look like real animals, so be on the lookout.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
10 Sep. 2025
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The lieutenant also reminded drivers to keep a lookout for troopers.—
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Observatory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observatory. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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