Meaning of the word aerostat in English
What does aerostat mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
aerostat
US /ˈer.ə.stæt/
UK /ˈeə.rə.stæt/
Noun
a lighter-than-air aircraft, such as a balloon or airship, that remains aloft primarily through the use of buoyancy
Example:
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The weather station launched an aerostat to collect atmospheric data.
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Surveillance aerostats are often used for border security.