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observatory
noun observatories
- 1. A room or building, etc specially equipped for making systematic observations of natural phenomena, especially the stars and other celestial objects visible in the night sky.
2. A building or site that affords an extensive view of its surroundings; a viewpoint.
- Thesaurus: tower, lookout, watchtower, observation tower, observation post.
