1. a person who practices astrology; someone who studies the positions and movements of celestial bodies to interpret their influence on human affairs and predict future events
Usage: often distinguished from astronomer, who studies celestial objects scientifically; the term is sometimes considered outdated in favor of 'astrologer'

Examples

• The astrologist read her birth chart and explained what the planets meant for her future.
• Many people consult an astrologist to learn about their zodiac sign.
• He studied as an astrologist for years before opening his own practice.
• The astrologist predicted that Mercury's retrograde would affect communication.
• Unlike an astronomer, an astrologist interprets the symbolic meaning of celestial events.
• She visited the astrologist to understand her compatibility with her partner.