Parachute — synonyms, definition

1. parachute (Noun)

1 synonym
chute
1 definition

parachute (Noun) — Rescue equipment consisting of a device that fills with air and retards your fall.

1 type of
rescue equipment
4 types
drogue drogue chute drogue parachute parasail
5 parts
canopy harness ripcord shroud static line

2. parachute (Verb)

1 synonym
jump
2 definitions

parachute (Verb) — Jump from an aeroplane and descend with a parachute.

parachute (Verb) — Be placed in an organization in a position of seniority without having previous experience there.

3 types of
dive plunge plunk
2 types
sky dive skydive