dirigible

noun

UK/ˈdɪ.rɪ.dʒə.bᵊl/
US/ˈdɪ.rɪ.dʒə.bᵊl/

Definitions of dirigible noun

  1. Countable(可数名词)

    A large, wingless aircraft that consists of a large bag filled with gas that is lighter than air and is propelled by engines. The pilot and passengers travel in a structure suspended beneath.

    飞船;气舰

    • The dirigible sailed slowly and gracefully above the city.

      飞艇在城市上空缓慢而优雅地航行。

    • Dirigibles were used for reconnaissance missions during World War I.

      飞艇在第一次世界大战期间被用于侦察任务。

    • The interior of the dirigible was spacious enough to accommodate many passengers.

      飞艇内部空间宽敞,足以容纳许多乘客。