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space
[speys]
noun
the unlimited or incalculably great three-dimensional realm or expanse in which all material objects are located and all events occur.
the portion or extent of this in a given instance; extent or room in three dimensions.
the space occupied by a body.
extent or area in two dimensions; a particular extent of surface.
to fill out blank spaces in a document.
Fine Arts.
the designed and structured surface of a picture.
In Mondrian's later work he organized space in highly complex rhythms.
the illusion of depth on a two-dimensional surface.
a seat, berth, or room on a train, airplane, etc.
a place available for a particular purpose.
a parking space.
linear distance; a particular distance.
trees separated by equal spaces.
Mathematics.a system of objects with relations between the objects defined.
extent, or a particular extent, of time.
a space of two hours.
an interval of time; a while.
After a space he continued his story.
an area or interval allowed for or taken by advertising, as in a periodical, on the radio, etc.
Music.the interval between two adjacent lines of the staff.
an interval or blank area in text.
a space between the letters.
Printing.one of the blank pieces of metal, less than type-high, used to separate words, sentences, etc.
Telegraphy.an interval during the transmitting of a message when the key is not in contact.
radio or television broadcast time allowed or available for a program, advertisement, etc.
freedom or opportunity to express oneself, resolve a personal difficulty, be alone, etc.; allowance, understanding, or noninterference.
Right now, you can help by giving me some space.
verb (used with object)
to fix the space or spaces of; divide into spaces.
to set some distance apart.
Printing, Writing.
to separate (words, letters, or lines) by spaces.
to extend by inserting more space or spaces (usually followed byout ).
verb (used with or without object)
Informal.to forget: I spaced on your present, I’m so sorry.
I had an appointment but I totally spaced.
I spaced on your present, I’m so sorry.
I spaced the deadline and now my homework's late.
adjective
of, relating to, or concerned with outer space or deep space.
a space mission.
designed for or suitable to use in the exploration of outer space or deep space: specially packaged space food for astronauts.
space tools;
specially packaged space food for astronauts.
verb phrase
Informalto become dazed or inattentive.
Sorry, I spaced out and didn't catch that.
space
/ ɪ /
noun
the unlimited three-dimensional expanse in which all material objects are located
an interval of distance or time between two points, objects, or events
a blank portion or area
unoccupied area or room
there is no space for a table
( in combination )
space-saving
freedom to do what a person wishes to for his or her own personal development
the region beyond the earth's atmosphere containing the other planets of the solar system, stars, galaxies, etc; universe
( as modifier )
a space probe
space navigation
the region beyond the earth's atmosphere occurring between the celestial bodies of the universe. The density is normally negligible although cosmic rays, meteorites, gas clouds, etc, can occur. It can be divided into cislunar space (between the earth and moon), interplanetary space , interstellar space , and intergalactic space
( as modifier )
a space station
a space simulator
a seat or place, as on a train, aircraft, etc
printing
a piece of metal, less than type-high, used to separate letters or words in hot-metal printing
any of the gaps used to separate letters, words, or lines in photocomposition, desktop publishing, etc
music any of the gaps between the lines that make up the staff
maths a collection of unspecified points having properties that obey a specified set of axioms
Euclidean space
Also called: spacing.telegraphy the period of time that separates complete letters, digits, and other characters in Morse code
verb
to place or arrange at intervals or with spaces between
to divide into or by spaces
to space one's time evenly
printing to separate (letters, words, or lines) by the insertion of spaces
space
The region of the universe beyond Earth's atmosphere.
◆ The part of this region within the solar system is known as interplanetary space.
◆ The part of this region beyond the solar system but within the Milky Way or within another galaxy is known as interstellar space.
◆ The part of this region between the Milky Way and other galaxies is known as intergalactic space.
The familiar three-dimensional region or field of everyday experience.
MathematicsA mathematical object, typically a set of sets, that is usually structured to define a range across which variables or other objects (such as a coordinate system) can be defined.
Other 51Թ Forms
- spacer noun
- misspace verb (used with object)
- respace verb (used with object)
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of space1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of space1
Idioms and Phrases
Example Sentences
"It's important that we understand what is going on the virtual space and how that relates to physical violence," said Ms Peck.
There are moments where you’re like, “Wow, these spaces that I’m in are actually insane, and I’m so grateful to be here.”
“How do you take someone on a journey through space? How does the terrain change the story — and how can it be the story?”
People Over Papers channels that same logic — only now the hideouts are ICE-free zones, mutual aid hubs and sanctuary spaces.
“We are dedicated to ensuring that every SDM location remains a safe and sacred space for our community,” the owners wrote.
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