aerospace
|aero-space|
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/ˈɛroʊˌspeɪs/
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/ˈeərəʊˌspeɪs/
aviation and space technology
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aerospace' originates from the combination of 'aero-' from Greek 'aēr' meaning 'air' and 'space' from Latin 'spatium' meaning 'room, area'.
Historical Evolution
'aero-' combined with 'space' in the mid-20th century to form the modern English word 'aerospace'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the physical space above the earth, but it evolved to include the industry and technology related to aviation and space flight.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the branch of technology and industry concerned with both aviation and space flight.
The aerospace industry is crucial for modern transportation and defense.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/20 18:21