observatory

Definition of Observatory in English :

1. observatory

a building designed and equipped to observe astronomical phenomena

a structure commanding a wide view of its surroundings

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Observatory

noun plural -ries

1.

an institution or building specially designed and equipped for observing meteorological and astronomical phenomena

2.

any building or structure providing an extensive view of its surroundings

nounWord forms: plural obˈservaˌtories

1.

a.

a building equipped for scientific observation, esp. such a building with a large telescope for astronomical research

b.

an institution for such research

2.

any building or place providing an extensive view of the surrounding terrain

n. pl. ob·ser·va·to·ries

1. A building, place, or institution designed and equipped for making observations of astronomical, meteorological, or other natural phenomena.

2. A structure overlooking an extensive view.