parasail

American  

[par-uh-seyl] / ˈpær əˌseɪl /

noun

1. a special parachute, kept open with wing-tip holders to help provide lift, used in parasailing.

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verb (used without object)

1. to engage in parasailing.

Etymology

Origin of parasail

para- ³ + sail

Example Sentences

According to the family’s attorneys, the Alaparthis, their two children and extended family members were visiting the Keys from their home in Elk Grove Village outside Chicago when they booked the parasailing trip.

From Seattle Times

Guests learn about these efforts when on-site and during activities from snorkeling to parasailing.

From Seattle Times

Maybe halfway through, I became unmoored — detached as if I’d suddenly been cut free from a parasailing tether I didn’t know I’d been connected to my whole life.

From Los Angeles Times

For their first date almost two years ago, Ekeler surprised her by taking her parasailing.

From Los Angeles Times

Two boys, Ms. Alaparthi’s son and nephew, were injured in the crash when the parasailing rig they were in struck a bridge.

From Washington Times