astrophotography

noun

as·​tro·​pho·​tog·​ra·​phy ˌa-(ˌ)strō-fə-ˈtä-grə-fē How to pronounce astrophotography (audio)
: photography involving astronomical objects and events
astrophotograph noun
astrophotographer noun

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Word History

Etymology

astro- + photography

First Known Use

1857, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of astrophotography was in 1857

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“Astrophotography.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/astrophotography. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.

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