Blimp
/blɪmp/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A small, non-rigid airship.
The blimp hovered over the stadium, capturing aerial shots of the event.
A type of airship that is generally used for advertising.
We saw a giant blimp promoting the new movie as we drove through the city.
A naval term for a non-rigid airship used for reconnaissance.
During World War II, the military employed a blimp for surveillance missions.
Etymology
Possible origin from the sound made by the airship or from military slang.
Common Phrases and Expressions
blimp view
A viewpoint that is high but may not be practical or realistic.
Related Words
zeppelin
A type of rigid airship.
airship
A type of aircraft that is lighter than air and guided through the air.
Slang Meanings
A term for someone who is overweight in a light-hearted manner.
Don't be a blimp, get moving!