Etymology

starbase

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Today it means: A base (for trading, military operations, etc.) located in space, among the stars. Full definition →

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starbase · noun1

From star + base.

Starbase · proper noun2

From starbase, from star + base. From "star" being used in the naming of space-related terms, and being a base for such operations. Coined by billionaire Elon Musk in 2021.

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