Meaning of the word observatory in English

What does observatory mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

observatory

US /əbˈzɝː.və.tɔːr.i/
UK /əbˈzɜː.və.tər.i/
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Noun

a room or building housing an astronomical telescope or other scientific equipment for the study of natural phenomena.