English Explanatory Dictionary

Montgolfier balloon

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The most common type of hot-air balloon, a balloon lifted by only heated air with onboard burners, and a usually-manned platform at the base.
  2. The pattern of Montgolfier balloon built by the Montgolfier brothers, predating modern Montgolfier-style hot-air balloons

Word forms

Montgolfier balloon Montgolfier balloons Montgolfière balloon Montgolfiere balloon Montgolfière Montgolfiere

Etymology

From the Montgolfier brothers, who popularized this style of balloon, and is credited with its European origin.

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