Spacecraft

Pronunciation: /ˈspeɪs.kræft/

Definitions of spacecraft

noun A vehicle designed for travel or operation in outer space.

Example Sentences

A1 The spacecraft launched into outer space.

A2 The spacecraft orbited the Earth for several days before returning to the ground.

B1 The spacecraft was equipped with advanced technology for its mission to Mars.

B2 The spacecraft's solar panels provided power for the long journey through the solar system.

C1 The spacecraft's crew conducted experiments in zero gravity during their mission to the International Space Station.

C2 The spacecraft's trajectory was carefully calculated to ensure a successful landing on the distant planet.

Examples of spacecraft in a Sentence

formal The spacecraft successfully completed its mission to orbit Mars.

informal Did you see that cool spacecraft launch yesterday?

slang That spacecraft is out of this world!

figurative Her mind was like a spacecraft, exploring new ideas and concepts.

Grammatical Forms of spacecraft

• plural: spacecrafts
• comparative: more spacecraft
• superlative: most spacecraft
• present tense: spacecraft
• future tense: will spacecraft
• perfect tense: have spacecraft
• continuous tense: are spacecrafting
• singular: spacecraft
• positive degree: spacecraft
• infinitive: to spacecraft
• gerund: spacecrafting
• participle: spacecrafted

Origin and Evolution of spacecraft

First Known Use: 1929 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'spacecraft' originates from the combination of 'space' referring to the area beyond Earth's atmosphere and 'craft' meaning a vehicle or vessel.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe any vehicle designed for travel or operation in outer space, the term 'spacecraft' has evolved to specifically refer to man-made vehicles used for space exploration and travel.