sky-enthusiast
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/skaɪ ɪnˈθjuːziæst/
passionate sky observer
Etymology
'sky-enthusiast' originates from the combination of 'sky,' referring to the expanse of air over the Earth, and 'enthusiast,' from Greek 'enthousiasmos,' meaning 'inspiration or possession by a god.'
'enthusiast' changed from the Greek word 'enthousiasmos' and eventually became the modern English word 'enthusiast.'
Initially, 'enthusiast' meant 'possessed by a god,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person with a strong interest or passion.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who is passionate about observing and studying the sky, including phenomena such as stars, planets, and weather patterns.
The sky-enthusiast spent the night stargazing with his telescope.
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Last updated: 2025/05/28 08:57