Interstellar

usgb/ˌɪntərˈstelər/
adjective

Happening or located between the stars.

The scientists are studying interstellar space.
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  • interstellar travel
  • interstellar space
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Space Context

Often used in subjects like astronomy or sci-fi to describe events or distances beyond Earth's atmosphere.

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He's always fascinated by interstellar phenomena.
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Not International

'Interstellar' is not to be confused with 'international', which relates to things between nations, not stars.

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They discussed interstellar exploration, not international trade.
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Immense Distances

Used when referring to vast spaces or distances, indicating something very far from our own solar system.

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The radio signal had travelled through interstellar space for centuries.
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astralcelestialcosmicextraterrestrialgalacticintergalacticinterplanetary
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