Meaning & use

stargazer

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A person who watches or studies the stars, either as an astronomer or simply as an admirer of the night sky.

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As a child, she was a devoted stargazer, mapping constellations from her backyard.

The observatory hosts free nights for local stargazers to view distant planets.

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Can describe both a professional astronomer and a casual dreamer who simply enjoys looking up at the sky.

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