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OBSERVATORY
A building containing celestial telescopes in which astronomical or meteorological phenomena may be observed.
Classifications
Related Terms
| Term | Note |
|---|---|
| CAMERA OBSCURA | A building or room in which images of outside objects are projected on to a screen from a long-focus lens using natural light. |
| CANTEEN | A self-service dining room, especially for workers/employees; also in institutions, such as schools, hospitals, etc. |
| COMMERCIAL OFFICE | The administrative office of a commercial concern. |
| COUNTING HOUSE | An accounts office, especially within an industrial or commercial complex. |
| MARITIME OFFICE | A building from where marine operations are directed. |
| POST OFFICE | A building, department or other establishment where postal business is carried out. |
| SCHOOL | An establishment in which people, usually children, are taught. |
| TIME OFFICE | A room or building occupied by a person employed to keep accounts of workers' hours of labour. |
