Etymology
aero- From Ancient Greek ἀέρος (aéros), the genitive singular of ἀήρ (aḗr, “air”) + space
Noun
aerospace (usually uncountable, plural aerospaces)
- the atmosphere of the Earth and the region of space around it
- the industry concerned with aircraft, missiles, satellites and spacecraft
Adjective
aerospace (comparative more aerospace, superlative most aerospace)
- 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
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