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parachute

Definition

  • noun: a piece of equipment usually made of cloth that is fastened to people or things and that allows them to fall slowly and land safely after they have jumped or been dropped from an aircraft
  • noun: a device for slowing the descent of a person or object through the air that consists of a fabric canopy beneath which the person or object is suspended
  • verb: to jump from an aircraft using a parachute
  • verb: to convey by means of a parachute
  • often used before another noun

Examples

  • The soldiers 'parachuted' in and quickly hid their gear.

  • New troops were 'parachuted' into enemy territory.

  • We will 'parachute' supplies in after you arrive.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) -You guys met Robert? -Not yet. -This is Mr. Steadicam. -How are you, Robert? The bailout guy. The parachute. Save us. It's nice because two directors can act things out. Show him that shot, guys. This is the good thing about having (..)
    2001 The Matrix Revisited