Balloonation

/ˌbəˈluːnˈeɪʃən/ noun

Definition

The process or act of inflating something with air or gas, or becoming swollen or expanded like a balloon.

Etymology

Formed from 'balloon' plus the suffix '-ation' (Latin 'actio'), a productive English suffix that converts verbs into nouns describing actions or processes.

Kelly Says

This word combines the modern term 'balloon' with ancient Latin grammar rules, showing how English constantly creates new words by recycling old word-building tools.

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