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station vs observation post

observation post vs station

station and observation post both are nouns.

station is a verb but observation post is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
station Yes No Yes No
observation post Yes No No No
As nouns, observation post is a hyponym of station; that is, observation post is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than station:
  • station: the position where someone (as a guard or sentry) stands or is assigned to stand
  • observation post: an elevated post affording a wide view
Other hyponyms of station include bridgehead, lookout, outpost, outstation.
station (noun) observation post (noun)
a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose an elevated post affording a wide view
the frequency assigned to a broadcasting station
the position where someone (as a guard or sentry) stands or is assigned to stand
(nautical) the location to which a ship or fleet is assigned for duty
proper or designated social situation
station (verb) observation post (verb)
assign to a station
Difference between station and observation post

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