astroengineer

English

Alternative forms

• astro-engineer

Etymology

From astro- +‎ engineer.

Noun

astroengineer (plural astroengineers)

1. (science fiction) An engineer who designs or operates spacecraft or space stations.

Related terms

• astroengineering

See also

• aerospace engineer

References

• Jesse Sheidlower, editor (2001–2025), “astroengineer, n.”, in Historical Dictionary of Science Fiction.