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astronaut
nounFind the meaning of the word astronaut, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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A person trained to travel and work in space, typically in a spacecraft.
Example Sentence
The astronaut conducted experiments while orbiting the Earth in the space station.
Usage Note
Describes individuals who travel beyond Earth's atmosphere for exploration, research, or to operate spacecraft. It's a key term in space science, engineering, and popular culture related to space travel.
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