balloon
Translation
balloon
Examples
The child held a red balloon.
The child held a red balloon.
A hot air balloon flew over the city.
A hot air balloon flew over the city.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an)) balloon a type of inflatable object The child held a red balloon.
Similar Words
Synonyms: inflatable, airship
Etymology
From Italian 'pallone', meaning 'large ball'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'ball' that makes an 'oon' sound as it inflates.