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an airtight suit that can be inflated to maintain approximately normal atmospheric pressure on a person in space or at high altitudes. Also called pressure suit.[1955-60]
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pressurized suit — pres′surized suit′ n. ars an airtight suit that can be inflated to maintain approximately normal atmospheric pressure on a person in space or at high altitudes Also called pressure suit • Etymology: 1955–60 … From formal English to slang
pressurized suit — Aerospace. an airtight suit that can be inflated to maintain approximately normal atmospheric pressure on a person in space or at high altitudes. Also called pressure suit. [1955 60] … Useful english dictionary
pressurized suit — specially sealed garment that protects a pilot s body in situations of low atmospheric pressure … English contemporary dictionary
pressurized — /presh euh ruyzd /, adj. 1. brought to and maintained at an atmospheric pressure higher than that of the surroundings: cooking with pressurized steam. 2. maintained at an air pressure comfortable for breathing: a pressurized cabin and cockpit; a… … Universalium
pressurized — /presh euh ruyzd /, adj. 1. brought to and maintained at an atmospheric pressure higher than that of the surroundings: cooking with pressurized steam. 2. maintained at an air pressure comfortable for breathing: a pressurized cabin and cockpit; a… … Useful english dictionary
Space activity suit — The Space Activity Suit developed by Paul Webb and built under a NASA project. The image shows the complete multi layer suit and positive pressure helmet, lacking only the backpack. (taken 1971) A space activity suit is a kind of spacesuit which… … Wikipedia
space suit — noun 1. : a suit equipped with air supply and other elaborate provisions intended to make life in free space possible for its wearer 2. : g suit * * * space suit, an airtight, pressurized suit that protects travelers in outer space from radiation … Useful english dictionary
pressure suit — pres′sure suit n. ars pressurized suit • Etymology: 1935–40 … From formal English to slang
pressure suit — Aerospace. See pressurized suit. [1935 40] * * * … Universalium
Space suit — A space suit is a complex system of garments, equipment and environmental systems designed to keep a person alive and comfortable in the harsh environment of outer space. This applies to extra vehicular activity (EVA) outside spacecraft orbiting… … Wikipedia
