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space age

noun

the period in modern history characterized by space exploration, usually considered as beginning October 4, 1957, when the Soviet Union launched the first artificial satellite, Sputnik I, into orbit around the earth.

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adjective

pertaining to or characteristic of the Space Age.

using the latest or most advanced technology or design.

modern; up-to-date; forward-looking.

Origin:
1955–60

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space age

—n
1.	the period in which the exploration of space has become possible

—*adj*
2.	(usually prenominal) futuristic or ultramodern, esp when suggestive of space technology

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