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.
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.