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Astronautics: meaning, definitions and examples

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astronautics

 

[ ˌæs.trəˈnɔː.tɪks ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

space science

Astronautics refers to the science and technology of space travel and exploration. It encompasses the design and construction of spacecraft, the launch and operation of missions, and the study of the environment outside Earth's atmosphere. Astronautics plays a key role in advancing our understanding of outer space and developing technologies for human and robotic exploration.

Synonyms

aerospace, space exploration, space science

Examples of usage

  • Astronautics has revolutionized our understanding of the universe.
  • The field of astronautics is crucial for future space missions.
  • Many universities offer programs in astronautics and aerospace engineering.

Translations

Translations of the word "astronautics" in other languages:

🇵🇹 astronáutica

🇮🇳 अंतरिक्ष विज्ञान

🇩🇪 Astronautik

🇮🇩 astronautika

🇺🇦 астронавтика

🇵🇱 astronautyka

🇯🇵 宇宙飛行学

🇫🇷 astronautique

🇪🇸 astronáutica

🇹🇷 astronot bilimi

🇰🇷 우주비행학

🇸🇦 علوم الفضاء

🇨🇿 astronautika

🇸🇰 astronautika

🇨🇳 航天学

🇸🇮 astronavtika

🇮🇸 geimferða

🇰🇿 ғарыштық ғылым

🇬🇪 ასტრონავტიკა

🇦🇿 astronavtika

🇲🇽 astronáutica

Etymology

The term 'astronautics' is derived from a combination of roots from both Greek and Latin. The prefix 'astro-' comes from the Greek word 'astron,' meaning 'star', and 'nautics' comes from the Latin word 'nautica,' relating to sailing or navigation. The concept of astronautics began to gain prominence in the mid-20th century, especially during the space race between the United States and the Soviet Union. Key developments in rocketry and spacecraft design led to the first human spaceflights. Today, astronautics encompasses various disciplines, including engineering, science, and applied physics, focusing on transportation, orbital mechanics, and international space law, reflecting the growing complexity of human endeavors beyond our planet.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,824 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.