lighter-than-air

/ˌˈlaɪdər ðən ˌɛər/
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Definitions of lighter-than-air
  1. adjective
    relating to a balloon or other aircraft that flies because it weighs less than the air it displaces
    synonyms:
    light
    of comparatively little physical weight or density
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