BALLONET


Meaning of BALLONET in English

Pronunciation: ˌ ba-l ə - ' n ā

Function: noun

Etymology: French ballonnet, diminutive of ballon

Date: 1902

: a compartment of variable volume within the interior of a balloon or airship used to control ascent and descent

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