astronaut

n. a person who travels into space for work or exploration.

n. a crew member of a spacecraft or someone trained for space flight missions.

“The astronaut floated inside the space station while looking at the Earth below.”

“After years of rigorous physical and psychological training, the astronaut finally embarked on her first mission to the International Space Station.”

n. a person who works in another country while their family stays at home.

n. a person, typically a professional, who works overseas and only returns to their family for short periods.

“He lived as an astronaut for five years, working in London while his wife and kids stayed in Hong Kong.”

“The social phenomenon of the 'astronaut father' became common as professionals sought better career opportunities abroad while maintaining a stable home base for their children.”

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