jetpack
noun
a jet-powered backpack used by astronauts to move around in space away from a spacecraft.
jetpacks
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pluralof jetpack.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Powered by science fiction, Could Futurists claim that we’re headed toward a fantastic universe of solar-powered cars, off-world colonies, delivery drones and jetpacks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 30, 2025
"Black Ops 7" removes features unpopular with fans, like "jetpacks" and "wall running" gameplay, Activision communications director Stephanie Snowden told AFP.
From Barron's ● Nov. 13, 2025
While all of this is going on, the Mandalorians come swarming down in their jetpacks and engage in hand-to-hand combat with flying stormtroopers.
From New York Times ● Apr. 19, 2023
Iron Man-style jetpacks are on the market, if you have about $400,000 to spend.
From Washington Post ● Sep. 28, 2022
Of course, Duke, Nala, and Scruffy had jetpacks, so that made their dilemma a little easier to deal with.
From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein
