astrologist
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/əˈstrɑlədʒɪst/
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/əˈstrɒlədʒɪst/
interpreter of the stars
Etymology
'astrologist' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'astrologos', where 'astron' meant 'star' and 'logos' meant 'word' or 'study'.
'astrologist' changed from Medieval Latin/Latin forms such as 'astrologus' and Old French forms like 'astrologiste', and eventually became the modern English word 'astrologist'.
Initially it meant 'one who studies the stars' (in a general sense); over time it came to mean specifically 'one who practices astrology and interprets the influence of stars on human affairs', distinct from scientific astronomy.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who practices astrology: someone who studies or interprets the positions and movements of celestial bodies and relates them to human affairs and natural events.
She consulted an astrologist before making the decision.
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Last updated: 2025/11/08 07:54