Astronautic: meaning, definitions and examples

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astronautic

 

[ ˌæstrəˈnɔːtɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

space exploration

Astronautic refers to anything related to the science or practice of space travel and exploration. It encompasses technologies and methodologies used by astronauts or in the design of spacecraft.

Synonyms

aerospace, cosmic, space-related

Examples of usage

  • Astronautic research is crucial for future missions to Mars.
  • The astronautic community is excited about the new spacecraft design.
  • Educational programs on astronautic engineering are becoming more popular.
  • Astronautic challenges inspire young students to pursue STEM careers.

Translations

Translations of the word "astronautic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 astronáutica

🇮🇳 अंतरिक्ष विज्ञान

🇩🇪 Astronautik

🇮🇩 astronautika

🇺🇦 астронавтика

🇵🇱 astronautyka

🇯🇵 宇宙航行学

🇫🇷 astronautique

🇪🇸 astronáutica

🇹🇷 astronot bilimi

🇰🇷 우주 비행학

🇸🇦 علم الفضاء

🇨🇿 astronautika

🇸🇰 astronautika

🇨🇳 宇航学

🇸🇮 astronavtika

🇮🇸 geimfara

🇰🇿 ғарыштық

🇬🇪 ასტრონავტიკა

🇦🇿 astronavtika

🇲🇽 astronáutica

Etymology

The term 'astronautic' is derived from the Greek words 'astron', meaning star, and 'nautikos', meaning sailor. It reflects the concept of 'star sailor', representing individuals who travel beyond the Earth's atmosphere. The use of the term gained prominence during the mid-20th century as space exploration became a focus of scientific and technological advancement. The Cold War space race, particularly involving the USA and the Soviet Union, led to significant developments in astronautics, emphasizing the importance of this field in modern science. As humanity continues to explore space, the field of astronautics has expanded to include various disciplines, such as engineering, biology, and medicine, each contributing to the mission of human space travel.