Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
extravehicular
Adjective
/ˌɛkstrəˈviːɪkjʊlər/
Definition
Referring to activities or events that take place outside of a spacecraft.
Examples
- The astronauts conducted an extravehicular activity to repair the damaged satellite.
- Extravehicular mobility units are essential for spacewalks.
Meaning
Extravehicular activities (EVA) are crucial for astronauts to conduct repairs, experiments, or equipment testing outside a spacecraft while in space.
Synonyms
- Spacewalk
- Outside the spacecraft
- External to the vehicle
