parafoil

[ par-uh-foil ]

noun

1. a structure, usually made of a strong yet light fabric, having a shape similar to that of an airplane wing, and used as a kite or a parachute.

parafoil

/ ˈpærəˌfɔɪl /

noun

1. a nonrigid aerofoil inflated by the wind, used in kites and paragliders

Word History and Origins

Origin of parafoil¹

para- ³ + (air)foil

Word History and Origins

Origin of parafoil¹

C20: para ( chute ) + ( aero ) foil