observatory
Translation
observatory
Examples
We visited the astronomical observatory.
We visited the astronomical observatory.
The mountain top is a good site for an observatory.
The mountain top is a good site for an observatory.
Grammar Patterns
((an observatory)) a place for observing phenomena We visited the astronomical observatory.
Similar Words
Synonyms: lookout, watchtower
Etymology
From Latin 'observare' (to watch) + '-orium' (a place for).
Memory Tips
Think of a place ('-ory') where you 'observe' the stars.