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parafoil

[ par-uh-foil ]

noun

  1. a structure, usually made of a strong yet light fabric, having a shape similar to that of an airplane wing, and used as a kite or a parachute.

parafoil

/ ˈpærəˌfɔɪl /

noun

  1. a nonrigid aerofoil inflated by the wind, used in kites and paragliders

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Word History and Origins

Origin of parafoil1

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Word History and Origins

Origin of parafoil1

C20: para ( chute ) + ( aero ) foil

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paraffin waxparaformaldehyde

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