Splashdown Meaning in English
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परिभाषा
The event of a spacecraft landing in the sea or ocean at the end of its flight, usually safely by parachute.
उपयोग और बारीकियां
Used mainly in the context of space travel, especially with U.S. missions. Not for aircraft or boats. Most often appears as a noun: 'the splashdown,' but occasionally used as a verb, e.g., 'The capsule splashdowned.' Rare in everyday speech.
उदाहरण वाक्य
The astronauts prepared for splashdown after re-entering Earth's atmosphere.
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The capsule made a safe splashdown in the Pacific Ocean.
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Mission Control cheered at the news of a successful splashdown.
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After a long voyage, the crew finally awaited their helicopter pickup post-splashdown.
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You could see the relief on everyone's faces once splashdown was confirmed.
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Not every mission ends with a dramatic splashdown, but it's always exciting to watch.
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