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space cadet

The correct spelling is space cadet.

How to pronounce space cadet

noun

Say it like: Spa-se -cad-et

The correct spelling is space cadet. A person in training to be a (generally military) astronaut, especially in science fiction.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.A person in training to be a (generally military) astronaut, especially in science fiction.
  2. 2.One who deals with reality in a way consistent with being under the influence of (or "spaced out on") drugs.
  3. 3.One who forgets, daydreams, or otherwise is distracted from reality more often than most.

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