astrologer

noun

as·​trol·​o·​ger ə-ˈsträ-lə-jər How to pronounce astrologer (audio)
: a person who practices astrology

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Clarisse Monahan is a professional astrologer and tarot reader. Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Dec. 2024 Massie was referring to Nostradamus, a French astrologer known for allegedly predicting the future. Lauren Irwin, The Hill, 18 Dec. 2024 Advertisement Chani Nicholas, one of the most prominent astrologers currently at work and founder of the CHANI app, translates the cosmos into accessible language. Rebekah Pahl, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024 Christine, the daughter of an astrologer at French court, crafted both poetry and prose to support her family after the death of her husband. Meilan Solly, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for astrologer 

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, "one versed in astronomy, practitioner of astrology," from astrologie astrology + -er -er entry 2

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of astrologer was in the 14th century

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“Astrologer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/astrologer. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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