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Observatory
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a building where scientists observe stars, meteors, the weather, etc. using equipment such as telescope
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a structure commanding a wide view of its surroundings
Example
The observatory used a reflector to get clearer images of stars.
The rarefied atmosphere of the observatory was essential for accurate astronomical observations.
The geodetic observatory conducts research to refine models of the Earth's shape and gravitational field, contributing to our understanding of planetary dynamics.
Scientists use advanced telescopes and observatories to detect the faint signals of exoplanets orbiting distant stars.
While I was in the observatory, I peered at distant galaxies through the telescope.
