Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

intergalactic space

noun

/ˌɪntərɡəˈlæktɪk speɪs/

Definition

The vast region of space that lies between galaxies.

Examples

The Voyager 1 spacecraft is now traveling through intergalactic space after having exited the solar system.
Scientists study the radiation found in intergalactic space to learn more about the universe’s history.
Intergalactic space is largely devoid of matter, making it one of the quietest places in the universe.

Meaning

Intergalactic space refers to the enormous distances and the relatively empty areas found beyond the boundaries of individual galaxies, including the spaces between large clusters of galaxies.