Starport
noun
A starport is a facility where spacecraft can land or take off, similar to an airport for airplanes.
The spaceship departed from the starport, heading towards Mars.
Often appears as...
- landing pad
- spacecraft docking
Usage tips
Neutral
space travel, spacecraft terminal, aerospace hub
noun
A starport is a facility where spacecraft can land or take off, similar to an airport for airplanes.
The spaceship departed from the starport, heading towards Mars.
Often appears as...
- landing pad
- spacecraft docking
Usage tips
Neutral
space travel, spacecraft terminal, aerospace hub
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Naming Conventions
In formal writing, avoid using informal terms like 'space terminal.'
The main ships can often be called 'spacecraft.'
Pro Tip 2/3Context Importance
Understand that 'starports' are primarily used in science fiction or futuristic contexts.
Make it clear when discussing real-world aerospace facilities.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural References
Consider popular media references when discussing starports.
Movies like 'Star Wars' and 'Star Trek' use starports prominently.
Pro Tip 1/3Naming Conventions
In formal writing, avoid using informal terms like 'space terminal.'
The main ships can often be called 'spacecraft.'
Pro Tip 2/3Context Importance
Understand that 'starports' are primarily used in science fiction or futuristic contexts.
Make it clear when discussing real-world aerospace facilities.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural References
Consider popular media references when discussing starports.
Movies like 'Star Wars' and 'Star Trek' use starports prominently.
Pro Tip 1/3Naming Conventions
In formal writing, avoid using informal terms like 'space terminal.'
The main ships can often be called 'spacecraft.'
Pro Tip 2/3Context Importance
Understand that 'starports' are primarily used in science fiction or futuristic contexts.
Make it clear when discussing real-world aerospace facilities.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural References
Consider popular media references when discussing starports.
Movies like 'Star Wars' and 'Star Trek' use starports prominently.
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