Transcription
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- [speys stey-shuh n]
- /speɪs ˈsteɪ ʃən/
- /speɪs ˈsteɪʃn/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [speys stey-shuh n]
- /speɪs ˈsteɪ ʃən/
Definitions of space station words
- noun space station an orbiting manned structure that can be used for a variety of purposes, as to assemble or service satellites, refuel spacecraft, etc. 1
- noun space station inhabitable structure in outer space 1
- countable noun space station A space station is a place built for astronauts to live and work in, which is sent into space and then keeps going around the earth. 0
- noun space station any large manned artificial satellite designed to orbit the earth during a long period of time thus providing a base for scientific and medical research in space and a construction site, launch pad, and docking arrangements for spacecraft 0
- noun space station a spacecraft designed to remain in orbit for a long period of time and to serve as a station from which to launch other spacecraft, as a research center, etc. 0
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Origin of space station
First appearance:
before 1940 One of the 7% newest English words
First recorded in 1940-45
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Parts of speech for Space station
noun
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space station popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 36% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 73% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
space station usage trend in Literature
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