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balloons

n. countable
A1 Beginner US //bəˈɫunz// UK //bəlˈuːnz// bal·loons

n. small bags made of thin rubber that you fill with air or a special gas to make them float. They are usually bright colors and people use them for decorations at parties.

n. flexible bags made of latex or similar material, inflated with air or a lighter-than-air gas. Often used as toys or festive decorations.


SIMPLE

The children played with colorful balloons at the birthday party.

CONTEXTUAL

We tied several red balloons to the mailbox so the guests could find the house easily.

COMPLEX

The ceiling was completely obscured by hundreds of helium-filled balloons, their ribbons dangling like a colorful forest above the dance floor.

Synonyms
Usage

The plural form of 'balloon'; refers to multiple individual units.

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