Synonyms for observatory
əbˈzɜr vəˌtɔr i, -ˌtoʊr iob·ser·va·to·ry

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1. observatorynoun

   a building designed and equipped to observe astronomical phenomena

   Synonyms:
   lookout station, observation tower, lookout

2. lookout, observation tower, lookout station, observatorynoun

   a structure commanding a wide view of its surroundings

   Synonyms:
   spotter, lookout station, lookout man, observation post, sentry, outlook, observation tower, watch, picket, sentinel, scout, lookout

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1. • Building
   • Structure

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1. List of paraphrases for "observatory":

   observatoire, observatorio, eumc, hko, observatories, osservatorio, centre, emcdda, watch

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1. Celestin Kasereka Mahinda:

   The observatory no longer has the support of the central government or of external donors, which explains why the volcanic eruption was such a surprise.

2. Gavin Heffernan:

   Some of my favorite spots were the Eureka Dunes at Death Valley, Mauna Kea Observatory in Hawaii, and the Enchanted Highway in North Dakota, there's lots of gems out there but my favorite spots are where you can imagine you're on another planet.

3. Sean Dougherty:

   A team continues working at the observatory to keep vital telescope systems operational and ensure that we are ready to restart operations whenever that is feasible.

4. Jessica Dempsey:

   The safety of everyone on the mountain,( observatory staff), law enforcement and protesters is of paramount importance to us.

5. The NSF:

   Our focus is now on assessing the damage, finding ways to restore operations at other parts of the observatory, and working to continue supporting the scientific community, and the people of Puerto Rico.