paraglider
Americannoun
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Also called parawing. a steerable glider with inflatable wings proposed for use as an emergency vehicle for travel between a space station and the earth or for the recovery of rocket boosters.
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a person who engages in paragliding.
Etymology
Origin of paraglider
Example Sentences
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The gliderport sits between the UC San Diego campus and the Pacific, sending skyward a steady stream of paraglider pilots and the occasional model airplane.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 1, 2025
Drones are an improvement from his paraglider days, when his engine might cut out midair, forcing a landing.
From New York Times • Nov. 23, 2024
A British teenager has been left in a serious condition after being hit by a paraglider while she ate a meal with her family on holiday.
From BBC • Nov. 10, 2024
A paraglider is an elongated parachute designed to glide with a pilot suspended in a seated position.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 18, 2023
The paraglider belongs to the envoy, the spokesperson said, suggesting he managed to bring it past border security thanks to his diplomatic immunity.
From Reuters • Jul. 18, 2023
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