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 Ob·serv·a·to·ry n.; pl. Observatories
 1. A place or building for making observations on the heavenly bodies.
    The new observatory in Greenwich Park.   --Evelyn.
 2. A building fitted with instruments for making systematic observations of any particular class or series of natural phenomena.
 3. A place, as an elevated chamber, from which a view may be observed or commanded.
 4. Mil. A lookout on a flank of a battery whence an officer can note the range and effect of the fire; usually referred to as an observation post.
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 observation post
      n : an elevated post affording a wide view [syn: lookout]