Meaning & use

astrologer

noun·Everyday

A person who studies the positions of stars and planets to predict human affairs.

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The astrologer told her that Mercury's position explained her recent bad luck.

Ancient courts often kept an astrologer on hand to advise the king.

A note on using this word

Astrologer should not be confused with astronomer, who scientifically studies celestial objects rather than interpreting their supposed influence on events.

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