Definition of astrogation in English:
astrogation
noun ˌastrə(ʊ)ˈɡeɪʃ(ə)nˌastrəˈɡāSH(ə)n
mass noun(in science fiction) navigation in outer space.
Example sentencesExamples
- If you could arrange twice that amount, so we have plenty spare in case of an astrogation problem, then I'm sure we can reach an agreement.
- They had no maps, no charts, no astrogation data, yet they brought the galaxy to its knees.
- Two months later he was studying starship astrogation and fell in love.
- It's possible, of course, to jump ‘blind’ as long as your astrogation computer doesn't have the safety controls engaged, but the practice has little to recommend it.
- I need you to run the astrogation computers for the descent.
Derivatives
noun
He hopes that when he gets to Earthport, the Guild will accept him as an apprentice, giving him the opportunity to train as a starship astrogator.
Example sentencesExamples
- They provide assistance to Jedi pilots as onboard astrogators, technicians, and communications specialists and are outfitted with various tools for utility and repair.
- Dr. Hendrix, the chief astrogator and the main impetus in Max's training, dies of a heart attack and his replacement, Simes, mismanages the next transition through a congruency.
- She made it very clear how unpleasant it was for someone of her status to be confined on a ship with ordinary starsailors and astrogators.
- They have been traveling the galaxy for all of recorded history, and seem to have innate abilities as pilots and astrogators.
Origin
1930s: blend of astro- and navigation.