Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
paraquedismo
Noun
/ˌpærəˈkiːdɪzəm/
Definition
The sport of jumping from an aircraft and performing acrobatic maneuvers in free fall before deploying a parachute.
Examples
- He took up paraquedismo to conquer his fear of heights.
- Paraquedismo offers breathtaking views of the landscape from above.
- Many enthusiasts join clubs to practice paraquedismo regularly.
Meaning
Paraquedismo, known in English as skydiving, involves jumping from an airplane and enjoying the thrill of free fall, typically followed by parachuting safely to the ground.
Synonyms
- Skydiving
- Free-falling
- Parachuting