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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

  • (..) Anyone could see the game was over by that point. In fact, I was just about to issue an official surrender when they released those parachutes. You released those parachutes. You really think I gave the order? We both know I'm not above killing children. (..)
    2015 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2