Meaning of the word spacewalk in English

What does spacewalk mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

spacewalk

US /ˈspeɪs.wɑːk/
UK /ˈspeɪs.wɔːk/
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Noun

an activity in which an astronaut moves around outside a spacecraft in space

Example:
The astronaut performed a successful spacewalk to repair the satellite.
During the spacewalk, they had an incredible view of Earth.

Verb

to move around outside a spacecraft in space

Example:
The astronauts will spacewalk to install new equipment on the ISS.
It takes extensive training to be able to spacewalk safely.