outer space

noun

: space immediately outside the earth's atmosphere
broadly : interplanetary or interstellar space

Examples of outer space in a Sentence

a satellite in outer space Is there life in outer space?
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ByCelia Shatzman Some kids dream of becoming President of the United States or going into outer space. — Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026 More people have gone to outer space than driven the Wienermobile. — Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 21 Aug. 2026 The iconic flashing logo behind and above the band was larger, Simmons’ side of the stage was modeled after his demon persona and Frehley’s was themed around his associations with outer space. — Wes Orshoski, SPIN, 20 Aug. 2026 The vantage point of outer space allows for views like this, which can give a larger perspective. — Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 17 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for outer space

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of outer space was in 1842

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“Outer space.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outer%20space. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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outer space

noun
: space entry 1 sense 4
especially : the region beyond the solar system
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