astronomy

🇬🇧 UK/ə'strɒnəmɪ/🇺🇸 US/ә'strɒnәmi/
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Definitions

n.

The scientific study of the physical universe beyond Earth's atmosphere, including stars, planets, and galaxies

天文学

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
astronomyother
=astronomy

Common Collocations

  • 1.study of astronomy天文学研究
  • 2.modern astronomy现代天文学

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Astronomy helps us understand the origins and structure of the universe and our place in it.

  • 2.

    Many ancient civilizations studied astronomy to predict seasonal changes and navigate the oceans.

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