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Definition of zeppelin

zeppelin

/ˈzɛp.əl.ɪn/
zep · pe · lin
Plural:zeppelins
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• noun

1

A large, cigar-shaped rigid airship of a type originally designed in Germany in the early 20th century, consisting of a fabric-covered metal framework filled with gas bags and powered by engines.

Example

"The historical museum features an extensive exhibit on transatlantic passenger travel aboard a luxury zeppelin in the 1930s."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Unlike a blimp, which relies on internal gas pressure to maintain its shape, a zeppelin possesses a rigid internal metal framework enclosing separate gas bags.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Named after Count Ferdinand von Zeppelin (1838–1917), the German general and aviation pioneer who designed and built the first successful rigid airships at the turn of the 20th century.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Zeppelin. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/zeppelin
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