Meaning & Definition of word "Balloon"

Balloon

/bəˈluːn/

1. A flexible bag that can be inflated with air or gas, often used as a decoration or children's toy.
- Example: The children were excited to play with the colorful balloons at the birthday party.
2. A large, light device filled with gas and designed to rise in the air, often used for flights or transportation.
- Example: The hot air balloon gracefully floated above the landscape during the festival.
3. An inflatable structure used for various purposes, such as advertising or entertainment.
- Example: The company used a giant balloon shaped like their logo to attract customers at the fair.

1. To swell or puff out, as if filled with air.
- Example: Her cheeks ballooned in size as she tried to hold back her laughter.
2. To increase rapidly or excessively.
- Example: The costs ballooned after the unexpected turn of events in the project.

Middle French 'ballon', from 'ball', diminutive of 'ball', meaning a small ball.

balloon payment:

A large final payment due at the end of a loan.

balloon up:

To inflate or increase rapidly in size.

go up in a balloon:

To become lost or not recoverable.

inflate:

To fill with air or gas.

deflate:

To let air or gas out.

helium:

A chemical element often used to fill balloons.

party:

A social gathering that often includes balloons as decorations.

Meaning: A euphemism for a large breast.

Example Sentence: She's got some serious balloons.

Meaning: Referring to a situation that is overly inflated or exaggerated.

Example Sentence: The hype around the movie was just a bunch of balloons.