aerostation

/ˌɛərəˈsteɪʃən/ (air-uh-STAY-shun)

Definitions

1. noun

A type of early aircraft, typically a balloon or airship with a gondola or car suspended below it.

“The aerostation was used for scientific observations of the upper atmosphere.”

Synonyms

  • airship
  • balloon

Antonyms

  • submarine
  • underwater vehicle