Montgolfier balloon
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editEtymology
editFrom the Montgolfier brothers, who popularized this style of balloon, and is credited with its European origin.
Noun
editMontgolfier balloon (plural Montgolfier balloons)
- The most common type of hot-air balloon, a balloon lifted by only heated air with onboard burners, and a usually-manned platform at the base.
- (by restriction) The pattern of Montgolfier balloon built by the Montgolfier brothers, predating modern Montgolfier-style hot-air balloons
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editcommon type of hot-air balloon