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balloon

noun/verb

/bəˈluːn/

Meaning

A small bag made of thin rubber or similar material that can be inflated with air or gas; as a verb, to expand rapidly.

The children played with a red balloon at the party.

go over like a lead balloon

blimp, airship, inflatables, sphere, orb

deflate, shrink

inflate a balloon, pop a balloon, hot air balloon, balloon payment

a decrease in size or wasting away of a body part, tissue, or ability due to lack of use

a number of points achieved in a game or test; to gain points or achieve a goal

A male deer; also to resist or oppose strongly.

The income return on an investment, such as the interest or dividends received.

an advantage, profit, or good effect; to receive help or an advantage

A state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances.