interstitial space

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An in-between space.
  2. (architecture) The gaps between buildings/floors in architecture, used for systems and movement; the neglected or overlooked spaces between built structures, like alleys, courtyards, or empty lots.
  3. (anatomy) The fluid-filled area between cells in tissues (interstitium).
  4. (sociology) The informal, transitional zones where people from different groups or fields (e.g., hobbyists, professionals) interact.

Word forms

interstitial space interstitial spaces
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