Meaning Of The Word Astronomy

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What's The Definition Of Astronomy?

astronomy
uncountable noun: Astronomy is the scientific study of the stars, planets, and other natural objects in space.

astronomy in American English
the science of the universe in which the stars, planets, etc. are studied, including their origins, evolution, composition, motions, relative positions, sizes, etc.
noun: the science that deals with the material universe beyond the earth's atmosphere

astronomy in British English
noun: the scientific study of the individual celestial bodies (excluding the earth) and of the universe as a whole. Its various branches include astrometry, astrodynamics, cosmology, and astrophysics

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