astrologer
Translation
astrologer
Examples
An astrologer read my horoscope yesterday.
An astrologer read my horoscope yesterday.
Grammar Patterns
((an astrologer)) a person who uses astrology to tell others about their character or to predict their future. An astrologer read my horoscope yesterday.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fortune-teller, soothsayer
Etymology
From Greek 'astron' (star) + 'logos' (study, word). Someone who studies or talks about the stars for divination.
Memory Tips
Don't confuse with 'astronomer' (a scientist). An astrolo'ger' gives a 'log' or account of the stars' influence, which is not scientific.