space invader

See also: space-invader

English

Etymology

Made popular by the early video game Space Invaders (1978).

Noun

space invader (plural space invaders)

  1. A hostile alien from outer space.
  2. A person who intrudes on others' personal space, making them emotionally or physically uncomfortable.
    Alternative form: space-invader
    • 2023 April 21 (last accessed), Kayla Weskamp, Space Invaders: A Social Skills Game (K – 5)‎:
      When I forget to follow the rules with my hands, feet, and mouth, I become a Space Invader! A Space Invader makes it hard for others to work, think and play in their personal space.
    • 2023 April 21 (last accessed), Diana Sylvander, Don't Be A Space Invader!- Social Story‎:
      When someone enters my bubble, I may feel uncomfortable. They are my space invaders.

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