astrologer

noun

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

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Meghan Rose is an astrologer, tarot reader, and writer based in Los Angeles. Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 June 2025 Read on for what this week has in store for your zodiac sign, per astrologer Kyle Thomas' PEOPLE exclusive readings! Kyle Thomas, People.com, 1 June 2025 That’s all that separates astrologer Ricky Williams, who is No. 2 on the Miami Dolphins all-time rushing list, from Hall of Fame running back Larry Csonka, who is No. 1. Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 24 May 2025 May's full moon is in Scorpio, and astrologers are saying this is the moon that will allow people to shed their old selves and move into their new lives, especially for four signs in particular. Julia Gomez, USA Today, 13 May 2025 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 5 Jun. 2025.

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