American English pronunciation

How to pronounce zeppelin

IPA transcription: ['zɛpɪlɪn]

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Noun

  • German inventor who designed and built the first rigid motorized dirigible (1838-1917)

  • a large rigid dirigible designed to carry passengers or bombs

Usage examples

  • "Black Dog" became a staple and fan favourite of Led Zeppelin's live concert performances.
  • Elektron has been used in aircraft, Zeppelins, and motor racing applications.
  • This band played on the bill with such acts as Led Zeppelin and others.
  • The album provided their cover version of Led Zeppelin's "Kashmir" as a single.
  • The album contains a cover of Led Zeppelin's Immigrant Song.
  • The plant location was chosen inland to protect against Zeppelin attacks.
  • The flights of each 'Parseval', like those of the Zeppelins, excited great interest.
  • This short-lived group covered bands such as Led Zeppelin and Cream.
  • The first metal monocoques were built by Claudius Dornier, while working for Zeppelin-Lindau.