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astrodome

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as·tro·dome  (str-dm)
n.
A transparent dome on the top of an aircraft, through which celestial observations are made for navigation.
astrodome [ˈæstrəˌdəʊm]
n
1. (Engineering / Aeronautics) Also called astrohatch a transparent dome on the top of an aircraft, through which observations can be made, esp of the stars
2. (Fine Arts & Visual Arts / Architecture) a large domed sports stadium
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Noun1.astrodome - a transparent dome on top of an airplane where the navigator can make celestial observations
dome - a hemispherical roof
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