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edmund halley

 

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Noun edmund halley has 1 sense
  1. Halley, Edmond Halley, Edmund Halley - English astronomer who used Newton's laws of motion to predict the period of a comet (1656-1742)
    --1 is a kind of astronomer, uranologist, stargazer

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Edmund Halley

Edmund Halley (1656 - 1742) was an English astronomer, geophysicist, mathematician, and meteorologist. He is best known for his study of comets and his prediction of the return of the comet now known as Halley's Comet.

Noun

Sense: Astronomer

Edmund Halley was a renowned astronomer who made significant contributions to the field.

Sense: Geophysicist

As a geophysicist, Edmund Halley studied the Earth's magnetic field and its variations.

Sense: Mathematician

Edmund Halley's mathematical prowess allowed him to make accurate calculations and predictions.

Sense: Meteorologist

Being a skilled meteorologist, Edmund Halley conducted research on atmospheric phenomena and weather patterns.

Sample Sentences

1. The works of Edmund Halley continue to inspire astronomers to this day.

2. Halley's Comet, named after Edmund Halley, graces our skies approximately once every 76 years.

3. Edmund Halley's discoveries laid the foundation for the field of geophysics.

4. Mathematicians admire the analytical skills and expertise displayed by Edmund Halley.

5. Edmund Halley's contributions to meteorology are invaluable for understanding weather patterns.

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