aerospace meaning: definition, etymology

aerospace

noun

UK [ˈɛə̯.ɹəʊˌspeɪs] · CA, US /ˈɛɹ.oʊˌspeɪs/

Etymology From aero- + space.

Usually The atmosphere of the Earth and the region of space around it.

Usually The industry concerned with aircraft, missiles, satellites and spacecraft.

He works mainly in aerospace. Most of their contracts are in aerospace. A few are in medical devices.

Derived terms: aerospace engineer, aerospace engineering, aerospace plane, nonaerospace
Hyponyms: aeronautics, astronautics

adj

Etymology From aero- + space.

Of, or relating to the Earth's atmosphere and nearby space.

Of, or relating to the science, technology and industry associated with aircraft, missiles, satellites and spacecraft.