"balloon apron" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|?}} balloon apron
  1. (military, historical) An integrated system of balloons equipped with wire cables reaching the ground, designed as a defence against hostile aircraft. Tags: historical Categories (topical): Military Synonyms: balloon barrage
    Sense id: en-balloon_apron-en-noun-Jeif8mOv Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: government, military, politics, war

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