Balloon

/bəˈluːn/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A flexible bag that can be inflated with air or gas, often used as a decoration or children's toy.

The children were excited to play with the colorful balloons at the birthday party.

A large, light device filled with gas and designed to rise in the air, often used for flights or transportation.

The hot air balloon gracefully floated above the landscape during the festival.

An inflatable structure used for various purposes, such as advertising or entertainment.

The company used a giant balloon shaped like their logo to attract customers at the fair.

verb

To swell or puff out, as if filled with air.

Her cheeks ballooned in size as she tried to hold back her laughter.

To increase rapidly or excessively.

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.

A euphemism for a large breast.

She's got some serious balloons.

Referring to a situation that is overly inflated or exaggerated.

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