spacedive English

Meaning spacedive meaning

What does spacedive mean?

spacedive noun

— (fiction) A skydive from outer space, usually an orbital drop or direct insertion from beyond orbit, complete with (re-)entry heating

— (astronautics, slang) A skydive that starts from orbit

— (aeronautics, slang) A skydive that starts above the Karman line

— (aviation, slang) A skydive that starts above the Armstrong line

spacedive verb

— To perform a spacedive