space — an empty area that is available to be occupied or where something may be done
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an empty area that is available to be occupied or where something may be done
Pronunciation (IPA): /speɪs/
Example Sentences
- My dog thinks he's an astronaut and keeps barking at airplanes in space.
- I need more space in my closet, or my clothes will start a rebellion.
- Please space the meetings throughout the week.
space
NOUN[/speɪs/]
an empty area that is available to be occupied or where something may be done
Astronauts float weightlessly through the vast space outside their orbiting station.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin 'spatium', meaning 'area for walking' or 'wide place'. It entered English through Old French 'espace' during the medieval period, and acquired its modern astronomical sense of 'universe' or 'outer space' in the 20th century.
Breakdown
Latin 'spatium' (space, distance) → Old French 'espace' → Middle English 'space'. The root 'spatium' likely relates to the concept of extension and measurable area.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My dog thinks he's an astronaut and keeps barking at airplanes in space.”
“I need more space in my closet, or my clothes will start a rebellion.”
“Please space the meetings throughout the week.”
“The space program has made incredible advances in recent years.”
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