Background for subspace

subspace

/ˈsʌbˌspeɪs/

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noun

A subset of a space which is a space in its own right.

Examples :

"In a large office building, the accounting department can be considered a subspace because it's a separate unit with its own specific function, yet it's still part of the larger company. "

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noun

Any (often unspecified) method of communicating faster than light speed.

Examples :

""The science fiction novel imagined a future where companies used subspace to instantly transmit documents across continents, making email seem incredibly slow." "

space physics technology communication science theory

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noun

(BDSM) The psychological state of the submissive or "bottom" during sadomasochistic activity.

Examples :

"During the role-playing game, the actor entered a subspace of deep submission. "

mind sensation sex