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astronautica

astronautics; space science

noun ah-stroh-NAW-tee-kah Rare
Travel & Places Transportation

Origin: From Greek astron (star) + nautes (sailor).

Usage Note

Astronautica is the science and technology of space travel and is used as a field of study (facoltà di astronautica) or an industry descriptor. It is always singular. Do not confuse with astronomia (the observational science of celestial bodies) — astronautica focuses on engineering and human spaceflight.

Examples

"Studia astronautica al Politecnico di Milano."

Natural Translation

She studies astronautics at the Politecnico di Milano.

Literal Translation

She-studies astronautics at-the Politecnico of Milan.

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