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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   An alternative to an airlock in space flight, consisting of a detachable space suit that is kept sealed against the outside of the spacecraft or habitat while not in use.

Synonyms

All synonyms

suitlock

Etymology

From suit + port.

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