HyperDic: drogue_parachute

English > 2 senses of the expression drogue parachute:
NOUNartifactdrogue parachutea small parachute that pulls the main parachute from its storage pack
artifactdrogue parachute, drogue, drogue chutea parachute used to decelerate an object that is moving rapidly
English > drogue parachute: 2 senses > noun 1, artifact
MeaningA small parachute that pulls the main parachute from its storage pack.
Broaderparachute, chuterescue equipment consisting of a device that fills with air and retards your fall
English > drogue parachute: 2 senses > noun 2, artifact
MeaningA parachute used to decelerate an object that is moving rapidly.
Synonymsdrogue, drogue chute
Broaderparachute, chuterescue equipment consisting of a device that fills with air and retards your fall

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