aeronaut (C2)
noun
Pronunciation: ˈɛərəˌnɔːt
Definition
A person who operates or travels in a hot air balloon, airship, or other lighter-than-air aircraft.
Examples
Early nineteenth-century aeronauts often performed dangerous stunts to entertain large crowds at local fairs.
The brave aeronaut navigated the massive dirigible through thick fog to reach the landing site.
Becoming a licensed aeronaut requires extensive training in meteorology and flight navigation.
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