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English noun: observatory

1. observatory (artifact) a building designed and equipped to observe astronomical phenomena


Broader (hypernym)building, edifice

2. observatory (artifact) a structure commanding a wide view of its surroundings


Synonymslookout, lookout station, observation tower


Broader (hypernym)construction, structure


Narrower (hyponym)observation dome, widow's walk









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