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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

  • (..) I think my husband's speech will be wonderful. What did you think. You pulled no punches. The "CEO-thugs with golden parachutes" won't be thrilled. Fuck them! Your big donors must have gone bonkers! My donors will have their taxes capped at %. (..)
    2016 Me Before You