Found 2 items, similar to observation post.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: observation post observation post n : an elevated post affording a wide view [syn: lookout]
English → English (gcide) Definition: observation post Observatory \Ob*serv"a*to*ry\, n.; pl. Observatories. [Cf. F. observatoire.] 1. A place or building for making observations on the heavenly bodies. [1913 Webster] The new observatory in Greenwich Park. --Evelyn. [1913 Webster] 2. A building fitted with instruments for making systematic observations of any particular class or series of natural phenomena. [1913 Webster] 3. A place, as an elevated chamber, from which a view may be observed or commanded. [1913 Webster] 4. (Mil.) A lookout on a flank of a battery whence an officer can note the range and effect of the fire; usually referred to as an observation post. --Farrow. [1913 Webster +PJC]