space suit

noun

: a special suit that is designed to keep astronauts alive in outer space

Full Definition of SPACE SUIT

: a suit equipped with life supporting provisions to make life in space possible for its wearer

: g suit

See space suit defined for English-language learners

See space suit defined for kids

1929

SPACE SUIT Defined for Kids

noun

: a suit that covers the entire body and is equipped to keep its wearer alive in space

Next Word in the Dictionary: space–timePrevious Word in the Dictionary: space stationAll Words Near: space suit

What made you want to look up space suit? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).

Put-downs with flair

How to use a word that (literally) drives some people nuts.

Test your vocab with our fun, fast game

Ailurophobia, and 9 other unusual fears