aerospace

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noun

aero·​space ˈer-ō-ˌspās How to pronounce aerospace (audio)
1
: space comprising the earth's atmosphere and the space beyond
2
: a physical science that deals with aerospace
3
: the aerospace industry

aerospace

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adjective

: of or relating to aerospace, to vehicles used in aerospace or the manufacture of such vehicles, or to travel in aerospace
aerospace research
aerospace profits
aerospace medicine

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That led to Space Florida lobbying aerospace giants to make Florida look more attractive, but also looking to keep some companies already in the state from moving elsewhere. — Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Sep. 2026 This combination is particularly relevant for aerospace and rail applications, where gaining recyclability at the expense of fire performance would be a rather poor trade. — New Atlas, 6 Sep. 2026
Adjective
And despite the high barrier to entry for non-aerospace businesses, new companies are getting in on the action. — Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2026 Overall non-aerospace segment margin and profit came in above expectations. — Zev Fima, CNBC, 23 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for aerospace

Word History

Etymology

Noun

derivative of aerospace entry 2

Adjective

aero- + space entry 1

First Known Use

Noun

1959, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Adjective

1955, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of aerospace was in 1955

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“Aerospace.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aerospace. Accessed 7 Sep. 2026.

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aerospace

1 of 2 noun
aero·​space ˈar-ō-ˌspās How to pronounce aerospace (audio)
ˈer-
1
: the earth's atmosphere and the space beyond
2
: a science dealing with aerospace

aerospace

2 of 2 adjective
: of or relating to aerospace, to the vehicles used in aerospace or their manufacture, or to travel in aerospace
aerospace medicine
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