Spacecraft

Quick meaning: Spacecraft is a noun meaning (astronautics) A vehicle that travels through space.

Meaning

(astronautics) A vehicle that travels through space.

Example Sentences

The object appeared after a series of routine prelanding procedures in which the crew tested the steering jets, a test that often shakes loose objects from the spacecraft.

For the autocompatibility test, completed with Redwire partner Airbus Defense and Space, both spacecraft were stacked together, just like they will be for launch and the first month of the mission.

Today, Velcro is used for everything from keeping astronauts from floating off the floor of their spacecrafts to keeping artificial hearts in place, as well as the more mundane tasks of fastening clothing.

Word Forms

• spacecrafts

Synonyms for spacecraft

Depending on context, synonyms include spaceship.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include spacefaring, spaceship, astronaut, astronautics, starship, spaceflight.

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