outer space

noun

1. space beyond the atmosphere of the earth.

2. deep space.

outer space

noun

1. (not in technical usage) any region of space beyond the atmosphere of the earth

Word History and Origins

Origin of outer space¹

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

Masad, a regular contributor to The Times, probes the mysteries of outer space in dramatizing the first alien abduction story.

From Los Angeles Times

“The main part of the algal bloom can be seen from outer space,” the article read.

From Salon

To the usual agglomeration of humans, half-humans, humanoid robots and outer space beasts, “Alien: Earth” adds a new variety of beings, upon which it builds the series’ central metaphor/literary reference: J.M.

From Los Angeles Times

Aliens from outer space appear to have a particular disdain for Los Angeles, as evidenced by “War of the Worlds,” “Independence Day,” “Battle: Los Angeles” and “Skyline.”

From Los Angeles Times

My brother-in-law had taken way too many weed gummies, so he wasn’t the best audience, but at the end, he’s like, “Are they in outer space?”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• cosmos