PARACHUTE

Parachute

A parachute is a device used to slow the motion of an object through an atmosphere by creating drag, or in the case of ram-air parachutes, aerodynamic lift. Parachutes are usually made out of light, strong cloth, originally silk, now most commonly nylon. Depending on the situation, parachutes are used with a variety of loads, including people, food, equipment, space capsules, and bombs.

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parachute

Noun

  1. A device, generally constructed from fabric, that is designed to employ air resistance to control the fall of an object.
  2. A web or fold of skin extending between the legs of gliding mammals, such as the flying squirrel and colugo.

Verb

  1. To jump, fall, descend, etc. using such a device.
  2. To be placed in an organisation in a position of seniority without having previous experience there.


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