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:
The weather station launched an aerostat to collect atmospheric data.
Surveillance aerostats are often used for border security.