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sir bernard lovell

 

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Noun sir bernard lovell has 1 sense
  1. Lovell, Sir Bernard Lovell, Sir Alfred Charles Bernard Lovell - English astronomer who pioneered radio astronomy (born in 1913)
    --1 is a kind of astronomer, uranologist, stargazer

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Sir Bernard Lovell

Sir Bernard Lovell was an English physicist and radio astronomer. He was born on August 31, 1913, in Oldland Common, Bristol, England.

Meaning and Usage

Sir Bernard Lovell is most known for his significant contributions to the field of radio astronomy. He played a crucial role in developing the Jodrell Bank Observatory, now known as the Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre, which houses the famous Lovell Telescope.

Senses

1. Proper Noun:

Sir Bernard Lovell is used as a proper noun to refer to the renowned English physicist and radio astronomer. He was a pioneer in the field of radio astronomy and made invaluable contributions to space research.

Example Sentence: Sir Bernard Lovell conducted groundbreaking research on cosmic rays and the Milky Way galaxy.

2. Place Name:

The Jodrell Bank Observatory, established by Sir Bernard Lovell, is a popular tourist destination and a prominent center for astronomical research in the United Kingdom.

Example Sentence: We visited the Sir Bernard Lovell's Jodrell Bank Observatory to witness the vast Lovell Telescope.

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