balloon framing meaning

[Civil engineering]
Framing for a building in which each stud is one piece from roof to foundation.

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1. wood balloon frame construction
2. The equipment shed was built using modern balloon framing methods.
3. Hazelhurst is a three-story, irregular plan, Queen Anne style balloon frame dwelling.
4. One of the significant construction improvements that typifies round barns is the use of balloon framing.
5. The two story balloon frame building is the best preserved building of its kind in Ten Sleep.