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parachuter

  • a word derived from parachute.
    parachute
    noun
    a folding, umbrellalike, fabric device with cords supporting a harness or straps for allowing a person, object, package, etc., to float down safely through the air from a great height, especially from an aircraft, rendered effective by the resistance of the air that expands it during the descent and reduces the velocity of its fall.

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The flag did lie on the ground for a few moments after the parachuter landed.

From Washington Times ● Feb. 28, 2023

“I am the oldest active parachuter in Europe,” the white-haired Kalesic said with a smile.

From Reuters ● Sep. 26, 2022

The most successful attempt was made last November by the notorious parachuter D.B.

From Time Magazine Archive

Marse Osceola, he sure am a born parachuter!

From Bill Bolton?Flying Midshipman by Noel Sainsbury