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balloonist

American  
[buh-loo-nist] / bəˈlu nɪst /

noun

  1. a person who ascends in a balloon, especially as a sport or hobby.


Etymology

Origin of balloonist

First recorded in 1775–85; balloon + -ist

Example Sentences

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During frequent spells of leave from his fashionable regiment, the Royal Horse Guards, he earned celebrity as an intrepid traveler and balloonist, and wrote bestselling accounts of his adventures.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 1, 2025

He’s equally impressed by the range of jobs done by the deceased —whether they be a balloonist, a chauffeur or a mechanic.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2024

A deft hot air balloonist landed his craft along with the four passengers aboard in the median of U.S.

From Washington Times • Aug. 26, 2023

Someone asked Suitor if he could fly up and circle the basket where the balloonist was hovering.

From Washington Post • Jan. 24, 2022

Then, while the balloonist was protesting and pleading, Stevens formed his plan.

From Careers of Danger and Daring by Moffett, Cleveland