Airship

/ˈɛərʃɪp/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A powered flying vehicle that is held aloft by a body that is lighter than air, typically filled with a gas such as helium or hydrogen.

The airship floated gracefully over the countryside, offering stunning views to its passengers.

A type of dirigible or lighter-than-air craft that can be steered and controlled.

In the early 20th century, many airships were used for passenger travel across long distances.

A large balloon-like aircraft that can be navigated and is equipped with engines.

The historic airship was a marvel of engineering, showcasing the advancements of its time.

An aircraft that uses a gas such as helium or hydrogen for buoyancy and is usually tethered or used for surveillance.

The company launched an advertising campaign using an airship to draw attention to its new product.

A lighter-than-air aircraft that relies on the principle of buoyancy to ascend and maneuver.

The festival featured an airship that provided aerial tours of the breathtaking landscape.

The term 'airship' combines 'air' and 'ship,' referring to a vessel capable of navigation through the air.

airship ride:

A journey taken in an airship, often for scenic views.

hot air balloon vs airship:

Comparing two forms of lighter-than-air travel, where airships are steerable.

A reference to a large, cumbersome vehicle.

Driving that old truck is like piloting an airship!

Used to describe something that is floating lightly.

After that big meal, I felt like an airship just drifting along.