Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Soyuz
noun
/ˈsɔɪ.juːz/
Definition
Soyuz is a series of spacecraft designed and built in the Soviet Union and later Russia, primarily for human spaceflight.
Examples
The Soyuz spacecraft has been used to transport astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS).
After the launch, the Soyuz orbited the Earth multiple times before docking with the ISS.
After the launch, the Soyuz orbited the Earth multiple times before docking with the ISS.
Meaning
The name ‘Soyuz’ means ‘union’ in Russian, reflecting its purpose to connect and transport humans to space.
Synonyms
- Spacecraft
- Vessel
- Module
