aerospace

Plural: aerospaces

Noun

• the atmosphere and outer space considered as a whole
• The atmosphere of the Earth and the region of space around it.
• The industry concerned with aircraft, missiles, satellites and spacecraft.

Adj

• 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.

Examples

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

Synonyms

aerospatial