space-age

¹

[speys-eyj]

adjective

1. pertaining to or characteristic of the Space Age.

2. using the latest or most advanced technology or design.

3. modern; up-to-date; forward-looking.

Space Age

²

Or space age

noun

1. the period in modern history characterized by space exploration, usually considered as beginning October 4, 1957, when the Soviet Union launched the first artificial satellite, Sputnik I, into orbit around the earth.

space age

noun

1. the period in which the exploration of space has become possible

adjective

1. (usually prenominal) futuristic or ultramodern, esp when suggestive of space technology

Word History and Origins

Origin of space-age¹

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

Gurr created the initial design, a “Buck Rogers”-inspired space age vehicle, as Gurr wanted it to feel sleek and ready for liftoff.

From Los Angeles Times

The statuette was designed in the early years of the Space Age, more than 70 years ago when television was the upstart medium roiling the Hollywood studio establishment.

From Los Angeles Times

"This second space age has only just begun," he wrote.

From BBC

It was Sputnik that truly ushered in the space age.

From BBC

In a post today on X, Isaacman expressed his honor at the nomination and states that “this second space age has only just begun.”

From Science Magazine