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outer space

American  

noun

  1. space beyond the atmosphere of the earth.

  2. deep space.

outer space British  

noun

  1. (not in technical usage) any region of space beyond the atmosphere of the earth

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Etymology

Origin of outer space

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

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Their meeting was quickly interrupted by a message in the Microsoft Teams chat flagging that Nutella was in outer space.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

The animated sequel from Universal and Illumination Studios tracks the adventures of Mario, Luigi and friends in outer space, where they must save Princess Rosalina.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

Despite my penchant for outer space films and my affinity for Gosling’s work, the millennial cringe of it all left a bitter taste in my mouth.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

“When you think of outer space, you instantly think of stars and planets,” Storer says.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026

My class on the math of outer space came in especially handy.

From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson

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