spaceman

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Definition

A spaceman is a person who travels in or works in outer space, especially someone trained to travel in a spacecraft.

Usage & Nuances

"Spaceman" is an informal or sometimes old-fashioned term; "astronaut" is more common today. It's used in science fiction, children's stories, and sometimes humor. Avoid using it in formal or technical contexts.

Example Sentences

A spaceman wears a special suit.

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The spaceman floats inside the spaceship.

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My son wants to be a spaceman when he grows up.

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Have you ever seen a movie about a spaceman lost on Mars?

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He dressed up as a spaceman for the school play.

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In cartoons, a spaceman usually talks to aliens.

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