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G suit
noun
: a suit designed to counteract the physiological effects of acceleration on an aviator or astronaut
Word History
Etymology
gravity suit
First Known Use
1944, in the meaning defined above
Dictionary Entries Near G suit
Cite this Entry
“G suit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/G%20suit. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.
Kids Definition
G suit
noun
: a suit designed to counteract the effects of acceleration on an aviator or astronaut
Etymology
gravity suit
Medical Definition
G suit
noun
: a suit designed to counteract the physiological effects of acceleration on an aviator or astronaut
called also anti-G suit
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