astrologer

noun

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

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Here's what April's new moon means for your zodiac sign, per celebrity astrologer Kyle Thomas' predictions Comments Spring is in the air... and so is the new moon! Skyler Caruso, People.com, 26 Apr. 2025 Tomorrow was Beautiful is set to release on May 8 and was directed by Cristina Costantini, who also produced Netflix’s documentary on famed astrologer Walter Mercado. Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 22 Apr. 2025 Well, celebrity astrologer Kyle Thomas matched each of the 12 zodiac signs to characters in the show in PEOPLE exclusive readings. Skyler Caruso, People.com, 13 Apr. 2025 Julie Taparia is a Vedic astrologer in New York City. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 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 1 May. 2025.

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