outer space

noun

: space immediately outside the earth's atmosphere
broadly : interplanetary or interstellar space

Examples of outer space in a Sentence

a satellite in outer space Is there life in outer space?
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The 2023 Cyberspace Solarium Commission report stressed the importance of designating outer space as a critical infrastructure sector, urging enhanced cybersecurity protocols for satellite operators. Vikram Barhat, CNBC, 30 Nov. 2024 Little alien figures, a rocket ship, and glow-in-the-dark elements will quickly spark curiosity and imaginative play, making for a fun outer space journey. Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 28 Nov. 2024 The gang spent the original series (which took place over one summer) building a rollercoaster, traveling to outer space, playing with time travel, discovering the lost city of Atlantis, opening the hippest restaurant in the Tri-State area and saving the world with the help of Marvel superheroes. Michael Schneider, Variety, 17 Oct. 2024 Currently, the pair are also plotting a NASA film to be shot in outer space, in collaboration with SpaceX, which remains in development. Matt Grobar, Deadline, 2 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for outer space 

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of outer space was in 1842

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“Outer space.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outer%20space. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

outer space

noun
: space entry 1 sense 4
especially : the region beyond the solar system

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