Meaning of the word airship in English

What does airship mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

airship

US /ˈer.ʃɪp/
UK /ˈeə.ʃɪp/

Noun

a self-propelled lighter-than-air aircraft with a steerable rudder and elevators, typically driven by propellers and having a rigid or semi-rigid frame.

Example:
The giant airship slowly drifted across the sky.
Early 20th-century travel often involved luxurious airships.