ballast
/ΛbΓ¦l.Ιst/
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Simple Meaning
heavy material placed in a ship or vehicle to keep it steady
When to Use
βοΈTechnicalπAcademic Writing
Advanced β complex ideas, academic/professional
Examples in Conversation
βThe ship needs more ballast to stay balanced in the storm.β
βThey used sandbags as ballast for the hot air balloon.β
Learning Path
βΆFull Definition
Heavy material that is placed in the hold of a ship (or in the gondola of a balloon), to provide stability.
Related Words
Synonyms:
weightstabilizer
Word Family:
ballastsballastedballasting