ScienceJuly 4, 2026
astrophotos
/ˈæstroʊfoʊtoʊz/
Definition
High-quality, professional or enthusiast-level photographs of astronomical objects, celestial events, or the night sky.
Etymology
The word is a portmanteau of 'astro-', derived from the Greek 'astron' (star), and 'photos', the plural of 'photo', which is a clipping of the Greek-derived 'photograph' (meaning light-drawing).
In the news
The article uses the term to describe visually stunning images of space and celestial events that readers can view by subscribing to a skywatching newsletter.
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