Question

What is the purpose of the poet’s use of the phrase “learn’d astronomer” in line 1 of the poem

Answer 1

Answer:

There could be several reasons but having seen the poem would provide a clearer answer.

Explanation:

They could use this phrase as an attempt of creating a concise understanding that the astronomer was qualified or learn'd from. It could be a use of imager or even personification. If the poem was posted, I would be able to answer it better.