PARACHUTE
/ˈpæɹəʃuːt/
9 letters · 3 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of PARACHUTE
A device, generally constructed from fabric, that is designed to employ air resistance to control the fall of an object.
A web or fold of skin extending between the legs of gliding mammals, such as the flying squirrel and colugo.
(BDSM) A small collar which fastens around the scrotum and from which weights can be hung.
To jump, fall, descend, etc. using such a device.
To introduce into a place using such a device.
"The soldiers were parachuted behind enemy lines."
To place (somebody) in an organisation in a position of authority without their having previous experience there; used with in or into.
Examples of PARACHUTE in a Sentence
- "The soldiers were parachuted behind enemy lines."
Word Details
Is PARACHUTE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PARACHUTE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PARACHUTE uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PARACHUTE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | a | r | a | c | h | u | t | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 16 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 18 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PARACHUTE
100 words from the letters in PARACHUTE
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How to Use PARACHUTE in Word Games
PARACHUTE is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble PARACHUTE to find 100 additional valid words.