Spacedive

noun, verb, slang

noun, verb, slang ·Moderate ·College level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A skydive from outer space, usually an orbital drop or direct insertion from beyond orbit, complete with (re-)entry heating.
  2. 2
    A skydive that starts from orbit. slang
  3. 3
    A skydive that starts above the Karman line. slang
  4. 4
    A skydive that starts above the Armstrong line. slang
Verb
  1. 1
    To perform a spacedive.

Etymology

Blend of space + skydive.

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