Zeppelin

English

/ˈzɛp.lɪn/

noun
Definitions
  • A type of large German dirigible airship of the early 20th century, designed to carry passengers or bombs.
  • (by extension) A rigid airship dirigible, not restricted to Germany nor the early 20th century.

Etymology

Borrowed from German Zeppelin.

Origin

German (Berlin)

Zeppelin

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