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bouncy castle

British  

noun

  1. a very large inflatable model, usually of a castle, on which children may bounce at fairs, etc

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He’ll probably put an inflatable bouncy castle in the Capitol building, and I’m actually perfectly fine with that.

From Slate ● Jun. 18, 2026

A giant inflatable dome which has been likened to a huge bouncy castle has caused uproar in an upmarket area of Edinburgh.

From BBC ● Feb. 15, 2025

Whether called a bounce house, a bouncy castle or a moon bounce, those inflatable structures are a popular fixture at fairs and birthday parties.

From New York Times ● Apr. 30, 2024

The event was held last weekend in an industrial estate in Whiteinch, where actors tried to make the best of some sad-looking props and a small bouncy castle.

From BBC ● Mar. 2, 2024

Guests were met with a small bouncy castle, cheap-looking decorations and backdrops scattered throughout what one attendee described was an “abandoned, empty warehouse.”

From Salon ● Mar. 2, 2024

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