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outer space

 
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–noun
1. space beyond the atmosphere of the earth.
2. deep space.
Origin:
1875–80
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deep space

 
–noun
space beyond the limits of the solar system.
Also called outer space.

Origin:
1950–55

Related forms:
deep-space, adjective
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Based on the Random House Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2009.
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outer space  
n.  Any region of space beyond limits determined with reference to the boundaries of a celestial body or system, especially:
a. The region of space immediately beyond Earth's atmosphere.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Company.
Published by Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved.
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