Astronomy
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əˈstɹɑn.ə.mi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Astronomy is a noun meaning The study of the physical universe beyond the Earth's atmosphere, including the process of mapping locations and properties of the matter and radiation in the universe.
Meaning
The study of the physical universe beyond the Earth's atmosphere, including the process of mapping locations and properties of the matter and radiation in the universe.
More Meanings
- (obsolete) Astrology.
Example Sentences
Not from the stars do I my judgment pluck; And yet methinks I have astronomy […]
The fact is, dark energy is the biggest mystery in science. It has driven a huge amount of research in the past decade, and was a key driver in last year’s “New Worlds, New Horizons” report from the National Academies of Science, which prioritized future astronomy and astrophysics projects.
Word Forms
- astronomies
Synonyms for astronomy
Depending on context, synonyms include uranology.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include uranology, astronomer, astronomical, orbit, ark, ship.
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