noun
spaceman
SPAYS-man
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.
Word Forms
spacemen plural
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Etymology
From space + man.