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balloon tire
noun
- a broad tire filled with air at low pressure for cushioning the shock of uneven surfaces: used on road vehicles such as bicycles and early automobiles.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of balloon tire1
First recorded in 1890–95
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Example Sentences
After a half-century of using 13-inch wheels with balloon tires, F1 is going to 18-inch wheels with low-profile tires.
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Perhaps the title of “best” belongs to the Big Kahuna Beach Wagon, which features balloon tires almost 12 inches in diameter.
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