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rockoon

rock·oon [ ro kn ] (plural rock·oons)


noun 
Definition:
 
upper-atmosphere research system: an upper-atmosphere research system consisting of a large plastic balloon, launched at a high altitude, that carries a small rocket fitted with scientific equipment

[Mid-20th century. Blend of rocket1 + balloon]
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