Space

Definition

The term "space" refers to a continuous expanse or area that is free, available, or unoccupied. It can also denote the physical universe beyond Earth's atmosphere, as well as intervals in time or dimensions in mathematics.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /speɪs/
• Respelling: SPAYS

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /speɪs/
• Respelling: SPAYS

Etymology

The word "space" originates from the Latin "spatium," meaning "room, area, distance," which passed into Old French as "espace" before being adopted into Middle English as "space."

Derivatives

• Spacious (adjective)
• Spacer (noun)
• Spacecraft (noun)
• Space-time (noun)
• Spacey (adjective, informal)

Synonyms

• Area
• Expanse
• Gap

Antonyms

• Crowding
• Clutter
• Confinement

Usage

The term "space" is used in various contexts, from describing a physical area to referring to the cosmos. For example: "The room has ample space for furniture," or "Astronomers study the mysteries of space."

Related Terms

• Universe: All existing matter and space as a whole.
• Vacuum: A space devoid of matter.
• Dimension: A measurable extent, such as length, width, or height.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• An unoccupied area: Refers to a physical expanse that is free or available.
  • Example: "The parking lot had plenty of space."
• The cosmos: Refers to the universe beyond Earth's atmosphere.
  • Example: "The telescope provided stunning images of space."
• A blank interval: Refers to a gap or void, such as in writing or printing.
  • Example: "Leave a space between the lines."

Verb

• To arrange with intervals: Refers to placing objects or events at regular distances.
  • Example: "The trees were spaced evenly along the path."
• To move apart: Refers to creating distance between items or people.
  • Example: "They spaced out to cover more ground."