Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

intergalactic

adjective

/ˌɪntərɡəˈlæktɪk/

Definition

Relating to or occurring between galaxies.

Examples

The intergalactic distance between our Milky Way and the nearest galaxy, Andromeda, is about 2.537 million light-years.
Many science fiction stories explore the concept of intergalactic travel and the civilizations that inhabit different galaxies.

Meaning

The term refers to anything that exists or happens in the space between galaxies, typically used in scientific contexts, particularly in astronomy and science fiction.