1. Noun
A place or building for making observations on the heavenly bodies.
2. Noun
A building fitted with instruments for making systematic observations of any particular class or series of natural phenomena.
3. Noun
A place, as an elevated chamber, from which a view may be observed or commanded.
4. Noun
A lookout on a flank of a battery whence an officer can note the range and effect of the fire.
5. Noun
a structure commanding a wide view of its surroundings
Vocabulary classified under Literature and rhetoric
6. Noun
a building designed and equipped to observe astronomical phenomena
Vocabulary classified under Literature and rhetoric
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