space
suit
Plural
spacesuits
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clothing used by astronauts while traveling in space
- During training, astronauts practiced maneuvering in their spacesuits to become accustomed to the added bulk.
- The spacesuit included a helmet with a visor to protect the astronaut's eyes from the bright sunlight in space.
- The museum’s exhibit featured a replica of the spacesuit worn during the Apollo moon landings.
- The astronaut’s spacesuit was carefully tested for durability and safety before the space mission.
- The spacesuit’s bulky design is necessary to provide insulation and pressure in the vacuum of space.