space station
noun
an orbiting manned structure that can be used for a variety of purposes, as to assemble or service satellites, refuel spacecraft, etc.
space stations
-
pluralof space station.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
That threatens to create a cataclysmic chain reaction, in which every collision creates more space debris and also risks damaging satellites and space stations we’d like to keep operational.
From Salon ● Aug. 6, 2026
She says autonomous robots will be able to mine raw materials and use them to build space stations and equip missions for deeper space exploration.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 6, 2026
"We are moving into an era where space stations have a much more commercial dimension," similar to what has already happened with rockets and satellites, Horack said.
From Barron's ● Feb. 5, 2026
They also suggest turning space stations into multifunctional centers where spacecraft can refuel, undergo repairs, or even have new components manufactured, which could cut down on the number of launches required.
From Science Daily ● Dec. 3, 2025
Through the ship’s wraparound windows I saw that we were leaving one of the Sixers’ orbital space stations.
From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline
