Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

free-fall

noun

/ˈfriː fɔːl/

Definition

The motion of a body when it is falling solely under the influence of gravity.

Examples

The skydiver experienced a thrilling free-fall before deploying the parachute.
In free-fall, the only force acting on the object is gravity.
During a roller coaster ride, you feel moments of free-fall that create a sense of weightlessness.

Meaning

Free-fall refers to the movement of an object that is falling freely through the air, without any resistance from air or other forces, allowing gravity to pull it downward.