astrometrician (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /əˈstrɒmɪtrɪʃən/
Definition
A scientist who specializes in astrometry, the branch of astronomy concerned with the precise measurement and positional determination of celestial objects.
Examples
The astrometrician used advanced telescopes to map the positions of thousands of stars.
Her work as an astrometrician focused on detecting exoplanets by observing their gravitational effects on stars.
How to Use astrometrician
- astrometrician for (prepositional phrase)
- To be employed or designated as an astrometrician for a specific purpose or project. — "He was hired as an astrometrician for the Gaia mission."
- astrometrician in (prepositional phrase)
- To work as an astrometrician within a particular institution or field. — "There are few astrometricians in private industry compared to academia."
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