Terranaut

Quick meaning: Terranaut is a noun meaning (chiefly science fiction) Someone who explores some part of the Earth.

Meaning

(chiefly science fiction) Someone who explores some part of the Earth.

Example Sentences

The first terranaut was pulled into view, wearing the characteristic black uniform of his kind. His head lolled back, his mask had been ripped away, but he was fighting bravely to retain consciousness.

By now, the interior of the vessel was entirely weightless. The ship had sunk to a depth of 6,800 kilometers – the planet's deepest point. The last remaining terranaut aboard the Sunset 6 had become the first person to reach the Earth's core.

Word Forms

• terranauts

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