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Paraglider - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A paraglider is a lightweight, free-flying aircraft with no rigid structure, used for recreational flying. It consists of a fabric wing and a harness, allowing pilots to glide through the air using wind currents.

paraglider

/ˈpærəˌɡlaɪdər/ /ˈpærəˌɡlaɪdə/

Definition:

A lightweight, free-flying aircraft with a fabric wing, launched by foot and steered by weight shift.

Synonyms:

hang glider, glider, sailplane, ultralight aircraft

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

airplane, helicopter

Common Collocations:

paraglider pilot, paraglider wing, paraglider harness, paraglider launch

Derivatives:

paragliding, paraglide

Usage Tips:

Use "paraglider" to refer to the equipment or the person flying it; context clarifies meaning.

Common Phrases:

catch a thermal, ridge soaring, cross-country flight

Etymology:

From French "parapente," combining "para-" (parachute) and "pente" (slope), later adapted into English.

Examples:

  • 1. The paraglider soared gracefully above the mountains.
  • 2. She bought a new paraglider for her adventure trip.
  • 3. The instructor taught him how to control the paraglider safely.
  • 4. Strong winds made landing the paraglider challenging.

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