noun
spaceman
SPAYS-man
Spaceman (noun) means an astronaut, or informally, an alien from outer space. Example: “The kid dressed up as a spaceman for the school play.”
noun
1
An astronaut, or informally, an alien from outer space.
"The kid dressed up as a spaceman for the school play."
How to use spaceman
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn astronaut, or in casual/sci-fi use, an extraterrestrial being.
When to use it
Somewhat dated and informal — "astronaut" is the standard modern term.
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Word forms
- Plural
- spacemen
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Etymology
From space + man.
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What does “spaceman” mean?
The word “spaceman” means an astronaut, or informally, an alien from outer space. In plain terms, an astronaut, or in casual/sci-fi use, an extraterrestrial being.
How do you pronounce “spaceman”?
“Spaceman” is pronounced SPAYS-man (/ˈspeɪsˌmæn/ in IPA).
How do you use “spaceman” in a sentence?
Here is “spaceman” used in a sentence: “The kid dressed up as a spaceman for the school play.”
What is another word for “spaceman”?
Words with a similar meaning to “spaceman” include astronaut and rocketman.
What part of speech is “spaceman”?
“Spaceman” is a noun.
