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Astronomers
Definition
Astronomers are scientists who study the stars, planets, and other objects in space.
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- famous astronomers
- astronomers study
- astronomers discover
- astronomers observe
- astronomers debate
- astronomers gather
- astronomers map
Word family
noun astronomy
adjective astronomical
Usage note
While 'astronomer' specifically refers to a professional or serious amateur who studies celestial objects, 'astrophysicist' is often used interchangeably for those focusing on the physical nature of these objects.
Example sentences
- Astronomers study the movements of stars and planets.
- My cousin wants to become an astronomer when she grows up.
- Astronomers have discovered a new planet in our solar system.
- The astronomer used a powerful telescope to observe the stars.
- Astronomers can predict when a meteor shower will happen.
Quotes
The universe is full of magical things, patiently waiting for our wits to grow sharper. - Eden Phillpotts
The nitrogen in our DNA, the calcium in our teeth, the iron in our blood, the carbon in our apple pies were made in the interiors of collapsing stars. We are made of starstuff. - Carl Sagan
We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars. - Oscar Wilde
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