Spacecraft: meaning, definitions and examples

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spacecraft

[ ˈspeɪs.krɑːft ]

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air and space

A spacecraft is a vehicle or machine designed for travel or operation in outer space beyond Earth's atmosphere.

Synonyms

space probe, space vehicle, spaceship

Examples of usage

The spacecraft was launched into orbit around the Earth.
The spacecraft is equipped with advanced technology for space exploration.

Translations

Translations of the word "spacecraft" in other languages:

🇵🇹 nave espacial

🇮🇳 अंतरिक्ष यान

🇩🇪 Raumschiff

🇮🇩 pesawat ruang angkasa

🇺🇦 космічний корабель

🇵🇱 statek kosmiczny

🇯🇵 宇宙船

🇫🇷 vaisseau spatial

🇪🇸 nave espacial

🇹🇷 uzay aracı

🇰🇷 우주선

🇸🇦 مركبة فضائية

🇨🇿 kosmická loď

🇸🇰 kozmická loď

🇨🇳 宇宙飞船

🇸🇮 vesoljska ladja

🇮🇸 geimfar

🇰🇿 ғарыш кемесі

🇬🇪 კოსმოსური ხომალდი

🇦🇿 kosmik gəmi

🇲🇽 nave espacial

Word origin

The term spacecraft dates back to the mid-20th century and is a combination of space and craft. Spacecraft have played a crucial role in space exploration, allowing humans to travel beyond Earth's atmosphere and explore the cosmos. The development of spacecraft technology has led to significant advancements in our understanding of the universe, with missions to the moon, Mars, and beyond. The history of spacecraft is closely tied to the history of human curiosity and exploration, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the vast expanse of space.