observatory
Pronunciation: [əbˈzɜːrvəˌtɔːri]
Word
Context: “science”
(noun) a building or place where people can observe things, especially stars or weather. It often has special tools like telescopes to help see things that are far away.
Example
The observatory opened its doors for visitors to watch the stars.
Example
There wasn't an observatory available in our town to see the celestial events.
Example
What can we see at the observatory tonight?
Context: “education”
(noun) a facility for scientific research and education about astronomy or meteorology. It's a place where scientists study and teach others about space or weather.
Example
The school took students on a field trip to the observatory to learn about the planets.
Example
The observatory did not provide enough information during our last school visit.
Example
What kind of classes are held at the observatory?
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