paraglider
1 of 1noun/ˈpærəɡlaɪdər/
Forms:paragliders
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a big, colorful, and light kite that people use to fly in the sky
A paraglider is a type of aircraft that allows a person to glide through the air while sitting in a harness attached to a large, soft fabric wing. The wing is similar to a parachute but is designed to be controlled by the pilot, who can steer it by adjusting the lines attached to the wing. Paragliding is often done from a hill or mountain, where the pilot launches into the air, using wind currents to stay afloat and navigate.
- The paraglider was packed carefully into the van after the flight.
- They stored the paraglider in the garage when it wasn't in use.
- The paraglider's wing inflated smoothly as the wind picked up.
- After landing, she folded the paraglider and stored it in its bag.
- The paraglider's design made it easy to control and steer during the flight.