n. The space between the top of the contents of a container (such as a jar) and its seal (such as a lid).
n. One's mental state.
n. The gap between the face of the bolt and the stopping surface for the cartridge.
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n. the volume left at the top of a filled container (bottle or jar or tin) before sealing
Word Usage
"I would not fire it another time until I had it checked by a competent gunsmith, because that much headspace is a definate safety hazzard to the gun, you, and anyone standing nearby."