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Ballooning: meaning, definitions and examples

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ballooning

 

[ bəˈluːnɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

air travel

Ballooning is the activity of flying in a hot air balloon. It generally involves the use of a balloon that is filled with heated air, which makes it buoyant. This recreational pastime allows individuals to experience scenic views from high altitudes.

Synonyms

aerostatics, balloon flight, hot air ballooning

Examples of usage

  • They enjoyed a peaceful morning of ballooning over the countryside.
  • The festival featured competitive ballooning events.
  • Ballooning offers a unique perspective of the landscape below.
  • Many people seek ballooning adventures for special occasions.

Translations

Translations of the word "ballooning" in other languages:

🇵🇹 balonismo

🇮🇳 गुब्बारा उड़ाना

🇩🇪 Ballonfahren

🇮🇩 balon udara

🇺🇦 повітряна куля

🇵🇱 baloniarstwo

🇯🇵 バルーニング

🇫🇷 montgolfière

🇪🇸 aerostática

🇹🇷 balonculuk

🇰🇷 열기구 비행

🇸🇦 ركوب البالون

🇨🇿 balonářství

🇸🇰 balonárstvo

🇨🇳 热气球飞行

🇸🇮 balonarstvo

🇮🇸 loftbelgur

🇰🇿 шар ұшыру

🇬🇪 ბუშტის ფრენა

🇦🇿 balon uçuşu

🇲🇽 vuelo en globo

Etymology

The term 'ballooning' originated from the word 'balloon', which itself is derived from the French word 'ballon', meaning 'large ball'. The field of balloon flight began in the late 18th century, with the Montgolfier brothers famously launching the first manned balloon in 1783. Over the years, ballooning evolved from a scientific curiosity into a popular recreational activity. As technology advanced, hot air balloons became more accessible to the public, leading to the ballooning festivals we see today. The phrase 'ballooning' encompasses not only the act of flying but also the entire culture surrounding balloon festivals and events, making it a significant part of aeronautics history.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,160, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.