stargazing
|star-gaz-ing|
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/ˈstɑːrˌɡeɪzɪŋ/
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/ˈstɑːˌɡeɪzɪŋ/
(stargaze)
observing stars
Etymology
Etymology Information
'stargaze' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'stargesen,' where 'star' meant 'celestial body' and 'gaze' meant 'to look steadily.'
Historical Evolution
'stargesen' transformed into the modern English word 'stargaze' through gradual linguistic evolution.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to look at stars,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of observing the stars and other celestial bodies in the night sky.
Stargazing is a popular activity in rural areas where the sky is clear.
Synonyms
Verb 1
present participle of 'stargaze'.
They spent the night stargazing in the desert.
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/06/09 07:52