spacecraft(n = noun.artifact) ballistic capsule, space vehicle - a craft capable of traveling in outer space; technically, a satellite around the sun;
is a kind of craft, artificial satellite, orbiter, satellite
has parts: cabin, heat shield, inertial guidance system, inertial navigation system, module
has particulars: lander, lem, lunar excursion module, lunar module, capsule, space capsule, space shuttle, spaceship, starship
a vehicle capable of travelling in or into outer space; at present, all such vehicles are powered by rocket engine. [PJC]
spacecraft, n. a vehicle used for travelling in space.