Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hang-glider

noun

/hæŋˈɡlaɪ.dər/

Definition

A lightweight, non-motorized aircraft with wings formed by a fabric parachute stretched over a frame, designed for gliding through the air after being launched from a height.

Examples

He took lessons to learn how to fly a hang-glider.
On sunny days, the sky was dotted with colorful hang-gliders.
She felt the thrill of freedom as she soared in her hang-glider.

Meaning

A hang-glider is primarily used for recreational flying and can be launched off hills or cliffs, allowing the pilot to soar through the skies using air currents.