aerostatic

American  

[air-uh-stat-ik] / ˌɛər əˈstæt ɪk /

Also aerostatical

adjective

1. of or relating to aerostatics.

2. of, or capable of supporting, aerostats.

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Etymology

Origin of aerostatic

First recorded in 1775–85; aero- + static

Example Sentences

"Let go!" shouted Uncle Prudent; and the "Go-Ahead" rose "majestically"—an adverb consecrated by custom to all aerostatic ascents.

From Robur the Conqueror by Verne, Jules

But a little time afterwards Montgolfier's discoveries quite altered the conditions under which the aerostatic art was to be pursued.

From Wonderful Balloon Ascents by Marion, F. (Fulgence)

"There is that we had from one of our aviators whose machine came down in a smash just as he got over our infantry positions on his return," said the chief aerostatic officer.

From The Last Shot by Palmer, Frederick

There the chief of the aerostatic division took the defensive.

From The Last Shot by Palmer, Frederick

It is scarce possible to talk of a paper kite, without thinking of that other and greater aerostatic contrivance—a balloon.

From The Cliff Climbers A Sequel to "The Plant Hunters" by Reid, Mayne