Spacesuit
(noun)
A specially designed garment worn by astronauts to protect them from the environment of space.
Origin:
Mid 20th century: from space + suit.
Examples:
- The astronaut struggled to get into the spacesuit.
- The spacesuit allowed the astronaut to walk on the moon.
- The spacesuit had its own air supply and cooling system.
- The spacesuit was bulky, but necessary for survival in space.
- The spacesuit was tested before each space mission to ensure it was in proper working order.