compound balloon

A "compound balloon" can refer to a specific type of speech bubble in comics or a sophisticated balloon system used in aeronautics.

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Definition

(technical)A balloon system that combines different types of balloons or lifting methods to achieve specific flight characteristics.

The compound balloon used both helium and hot air to navigate through varying altitudes.
Researchers tested a new compound balloon for its stability in turbulent weather conditions.

(informal)A speech bubble that divides dialogue into smaller, connected segments.

The artist used a compound balloon to show the character's evolving thoughts.
In the comic strip, the compound balloon helped clarify the sequence of the conversation.

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