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space

 

[ speɪs ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

outer

The continuous area or expanse that exists beyond Earth and between celestial bodies.

Synonyms

cosmic space, cosmos, galaxy, universe

Examples of usage

  • The astronauts were floating in space.
  • Space exploration has led to many technological advancements.
Context #2 | Noun

indoor

A continuous area or expanse that is free, available, or unoccupied.

Synonyms

area, capacity, room, roominess

Examples of usage

  • There is not enough space in this room for a big table.
  • Please make some space for me to sit down.
Context #3 | Verb

personal

To position (two or more items) at a distance from each other.

Synonyms

arrange, place apart, separate, set at intervals

Examples of usage

  • She spaced the chairs evenly across the room.
  • Space out the plants in the garden.

Translations

Translations of the word "space" in other languages:

🇵🇹 espaço

🇮🇳 अंतरिक्ष (antariksh)

🇩🇪 Raum

🇮🇩 ruang

🇺🇦 простір

🇵🇱 przestrzeń

🇯🇵 宇宙 (uchū)

🇫🇷 espace

🇪🇸 espacio

🇹🇷 uzay

🇰🇷 우주 (uju)

🇸🇦 فضاء (fadaa')

🇨🇿 prostor

🇸🇰 priestor

🇨🇳 空间 (kōngjiān)

🇸🇮 prostor

🇮🇸 rými

🇰🇿 кеңістік (keñistik)

🇬🇪 სივრცე (sivrce)

🇦🇿 məkan

🇲🇽 espacio

Etymology

The word 'space' originated from the Latin word 'spatium', meaning an extent or area. It has been used in English since the 14th century. Throughout history, the concept of space has evolved from purely physical dimensions to encompass abstract concepts like personal space and outer space. The exploration of space has captivated human imagination and driven scientific progress.

See also: spacecraft, spacefarer, spacer, spaces, spaceship, spacing, spacious, spatial, spatially, workspace.

Word Frequency Rank

With position #499, this word is vital for basic English fluency. It appears very frequently in everyday language and should be among the first words you learn and actively use.