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spacewalk Definition

☆ space·walk (-wôk′)

noun

the act of an astronaut in moving about in space outside a spacecraft

intransitive verb

to engage in a spacewalk

spacewalk Related Forms
space′·walk′er noun
spacewalk Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • perform: In addition to maintaining Station operations and continuing scientific research, Expedition 9 will perform two spacewalks and receive two Russian Progress supply vehicles.
  • conduct: They will also prepare the Station for the Space Shuttle's Return to Flight and conduct two spacewalks.

Adjective modifier

  • successful: Together with American Mike Fossum he has made three successful spacewalks during the mission.

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