Word: parachute
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: par
a
chute
Definition: A device, generally constructed from fabric, that is designed to employ air resistance to control the fall of an object or person, causing them to float instead of falling.
Morphemes:
Affix: parachute
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A device, generally constructed from fabric, that is designed to employ air resistance to control the fall of an object or person, causing them to float instead of falling.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: para-
Language: fr
Decoded: para-
Meaning: protection against
Affix: chute
Language: fr
Decoded: chute
Meaning: fall