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astronomer

/ˈæstrənɒmər/ noun · British & US
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What does astronomer mean?

noun

A person who studies the positions, movements, and properties of celestial bodies, such as stars, planets, and galaxies. An expert in astronomy.

Example

"The astronomer spent years studying the stars in the Milky Way galaxy."

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