What is another word for parachutist?

Pronunciation: [pˈaɹət͡ʃˌuːtɪst] (IPA)

A parachutist is someone who jumps out of an aircraft and safely lands on the ground using a parachute. Synonyms for this word include skydiver, jumper, diver, chutist, and para. Each of these words describes someone who takes part in the thrilling activity of parachuting. A skydiver can be someone who enjoys the sport as a hobby or a professional who jumps for military or rescue missions. A jumper is a more informal term, while a chutist specifically refers to someone who uses a parachute. Para is also an abbreviation for parachutist often used in military contexts. Regardless of the synonym used, parachuting requires skill, bravery, and an adventurous spirit.

What are the hypernyms for Parachutist?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Parachutist

When the bus was inordinately full, barefoot or in sandals, he would stand on the last step an inch from death like a parachutist without a parachute.
"Corpus of a Siam Mosquito"
Steven Sills
So now, don't worry, any more than you would if I were an experienced and accomplished young parachutist about to make a descent from the top of the Eiffel tower.
"Set in Silver"
Charles Norris Williamson and Alice Muriel Williamson
As an extra attraction it was proposed that a young lady parachutist should be one of the company; so, after a few satisfactory trial exhibitions in England, the party made their way to Rio, Brazil.
"The Dominion of the Air"
J. M. Bacon

Famous quotes with Parachutist

  • I fell from the sky. I'm a parachutist, and I missed my mark.
    Ursula Andress

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