astronautics

/ˌˈæstrəˌnɔdɪks/
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Definitions of astronautics
  1. noun
    the theory and practice of navigation through air or space
    synonyms: aeronautics
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    types:
    avionics
    science and technology of electronic systems and devices for aeronautics and astronautics
    type of:
    natural philosophy, physics
    the science of matter and energy and their interactions
    aerospace
    the branch of science related to space flight and aviation
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