Definition of "inflatable" []

• Designed to be filled with air or gas before use: an inflatable mattress. (adjective)
• An object or device that can be filled with air or gas, especially: (noun)
• A small rubber boat or raft filled with air. (noun)
• A large helium or hot-air balloon constructed so as to resemble a figure or object when inflated. (noun)

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• "Search and rescue crews were looking for the other three crew members in inflatable boats and using nearby aircraft, including search and rescue helicopters, until about 6: 30 p.m. when the helicopters were called off for safety reasons, Hanzlik said."
• "There were other children my age playing with what I can only describe as inflatable silver pillows."
• "So that's how the idea of inflatable tents came up."