Space

/speɪs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The physical universe beyond the earth's atmosphere.

Astronomers study the space around us to learn more about the universe.

A continuous area or expanse that is free, available, or unoccupied.

We need to find a larger space for our growing team.

A blank area or interval between two points, objects, or regions.

Leave a little space between the pictures when you put them in the album.

A period of time available for a particular activity.

I don't have enough space in my schedule to take on another project right now.

A dimension of existence measured in one or more ways, such as length, width, or height.

The room has a large space that can accommodate several people comfortably.

verb

To arrange or position things at intervals.

Please space the chairs evenly around the table.

Middle English: from Old French 'espace', from Latin 'spatium' meaning 'distance, extent'

personal space

The physical distance that a person maintains between themselves and others to feel comfortable.

outer space

The region of space beyond the earth's atmosphere.

make space

To create or provide room or availability for something.

cosmos

The universe seen as a well-ordered whole.

vacuum

A space entirely devoid of matter.

territory

An area defended or controlled by a particular group.

Headspace

I need to clear my headspace before making that decision.

Personal space

He's always invading my personal space; it's uncomfortable.