stargazing

noun
UK /ˈstɑː.ɡeɪ.zɪŋ/
US /ˈstɑːr.ɡeɪ.zɪŋ/

The activity of looking at the stars in the sky.

We went stargazing in the backyard and saw a shooting star.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The act of thinking dreamily about something pleasant or impossible.

She spent the afternoon stargazing about her future travels.

3. The study or observation of stars as a hobby or science.

His stargazing hobby led him to buy a small telescope.

4. A state of being absorbed in wonder or romantic thoughts.

He was stargazing at the idea of meeting his favorite singer.