nasa

n. American agency dealing with space travel and research of the universe

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) (IPA [ˈnæsə]) is an agency of the United States government, responsible for the nation's public space program. It was established on July 29, 1958, by the National Aeronautics and Space Act.In addition to the space program, it is also responsible for long-term civilian and military aerospace research. Since February 2006 NASA's self-described mission statement is to "pioneer the future in space exploration, scientific discovery, and aeronautics research."NASA's motto is: "For the benefit of all". The motto of NASA's Office of Education is: Shaping the Future: Launching New Endeavors to Inspire the Next Generation of Explorers.
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Noun
1. an independent agency of the United States government responsible for aviation and spaceflight
(synonym) National Aeronautics and Space Administration
(hypernym) independent agency

n. NASA, national aeronautics and space administration; American agency dealing with space travel and research of the universe

NASA, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, American agency dealing with space travel and research of the universe