balloonist

[ buh-loo-nist ]

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of balloonist¹

First recorded in 1775–85; balloon + -ist

Example Sentences

But it took an entire century for the inspiration of the Wizard himself to be identified – Washington Harrison Donaldson, balloonist and colleague of famed circus master P.T.

From Salon

The Nahal Oz dead were to include Alroy the balloonist and four comrades, who had engaged in a lengthy battle with Hamas, says his father, citing information given to him by the IDF.

From BBC

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

In 1998, when he was 59, he and a co-pilot attempted to become the first balloonists to fly nonstop around the world.

From Los Angeles Times

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

From Washington Times