Synonyms of space-agenext
: of, relating to, or befitting the age of space exploration
especially : modern
space-age technology

Examples of space-age in a Sentence

space-age technology that totally transformed the news-gathering business
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An expansive central display, space-age suede bucket seats that appear to float in the cabin, and chrome-gold elements across the console give the Venus' interiors the appearance of a luxe saloon from the future. New Atlas, 10 Apr. 2026 At the same time, the studio is re-centering the battle royale itself, adding new weapons like the X-Ray Cannon and Uzis, high-risk Banan Altars, and new Super Animals born from alien experimentation and space-age engineering. MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026 His projects draw together ancient building elements with space-age materials. Kriston Capps, Bloomberg, 12 Mar. 2026 At first glance, the tower — one of Downtown Disney’s most striking works — appears to be a nod to Disneyland’s Midcentury art, for its curved lines and space-age optimism wouldn’t be out of place in Tomorrowland. Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for space-age

Word History

First Known Use

1946, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of space-age was in 1946

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“Space-age.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/space-age. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.

Kids Definition

space-age

adjective
ˈspā-ˌsāj
: of or relating to the age of space exploration
especially : modern entry 1 sense 1
space-age technology
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