balloon tire

noun

1. a broad tire filled with air at low pressure for cushioning the shock of uneven surfaces: used on road vehicles such as bicycles and early automobiles.

Word History and Origins

Origin of balloon tire¹

First recorded in 1890–95

Example Sentences

After a half-century of using 13-inch wheels with balloon tires, F1 is going to 18-inch wheels with low-profile tires.

From Popular-Science

Perhaps the title of “best” belongs to the Big Kahuna Beach Wagon, which features balloon tires almost 12 inches in diameter.

From Popular-Science