cosmographers

Term originating in the 16th century for those who sought to describe and map the overall features of the universe, both the heavens and the earth, encompassing those who are now termed astronomers, geographers, and geologists.

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cosmographers
Added By
Holly Hayes
Date Published
December 12, 2012
Last Updated
April 15, 2024