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Air Transportation Vocabulary - Paraglider

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Air Transportation Vocabulary
paraglider

a big, colorful, and light kite that people use to fly in the sky

Ex: The paraglider was packed carefully into the van after the flight. 
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special
special
[Adjective]

designed or set aside for a specific purpose or need, often different from what is commonly available

Ex: The chef prepared a special dish for the event, tailored to the guests' tastes. 
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aircraft
aircraft
[noun]

any flying vehicle

Ex: The aircraft soared gracefully through the sky, leaving behind a trail of white vapor. 
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light
light
[Adjective]

having very little weight and easy to move or pick up

Ex: He carried a light backpack filled with his school supplies. 
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engine
engine
[noun]

the part of a vehicle that uses a particular fuel to make the vehicle move

Ex: The mechanic repaired the engine of the car, which had been making strange noises. 
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paragliding

the practice of falling or jumping off height to float in the air using a parachute as a sport or hobby

Ex: She tried paragliding for the first time during her vacation in the mountains. 
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popular
popular
[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: Harry Potter books are very popular among teenagers. 
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to fly
to fly
[Verb]

to move or travel through the air

Ex: Birds can fly freely in the sky. 
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parachute
parachute
[noun]

an object that allows a person or thing to slowly come to the ground after dropping from a flying aircraft

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to glide
to glide
[Verb]

to move smoothly and effortlessly through the air or on a surface with little or no propulsion

Ex: The eagle glided effortlessly through the sky, riding the thermal currents. 
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over time
over time
[Adverb]

as time passes or progresses

Ex: Skills improve over time with regular practice. 
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fabric
fabric
[noun]

cloth that is made by weaving cotton yarn, silk, etc., which is used in making clothes

Ex: The dress was made from a luxurious silk fabric that shimmered in the light. 
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wing
wing
[noun]

One of the horizontal structures extending from either side of an airplane's fuselage, designed to provide lift and support in flight

Ex: The engineer inspected the airplane's wing for any signs of damage before the flight. 
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to lift
to lift
[Verb]

to move a thing from a lower position or level to a higher one

Ex: Every morning, she lifts weights at the gym for strength training. 
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pilot
pilot
[noun]

someone whose job is to operate an aircraft

Ex: A good pilot always ensures the safety of their passengers. 
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harness
harness
[noun]

a system of straps worn on the human body to provide support, distribute weight, or secure an object

Ex: The worker wore a safety harness while repairing the roof. 
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to pull
to pull
[Verb]

to use your hands to move something or someone toward yourself or in the direction that your hands are moving

Ex: She pulled her suitcase behind her as she walked through the airport. 
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light
light
[Adjective]

having very little weight and easy to move or pick up

Ex: He carried a light backpack filled with his school supplies. 
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to carry
to carry
[Verb]

to hold someone or something and take them from one place to another

Ex: She used a backpack to carry her books to school. 
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kit
kit
[noun]

a set of items or tools needed for a particular purpose or activity

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backpack
backpack
[noun]

a bag designed for carrying on the back, usually used by those who go hiking or climbing

Ex: She packed her backpack with all the essentials for the hiking trip. 
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to hike
to hike
[Verb]

to take a long walk in the countryside or mountains for exercise or pleasure

Ex: They hike together every Sunday morning. 
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hill
hill
[noun]

a naturally raised area of land that is higher than the land around it, often with a round shape

Ex: From the top of the hill, you can see the whole city. 
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mountain
mountain
[noun]

a very tall and large natural structure that looks like a huge hill with a pointed top that is often covered in snow

Ex: I took a photo of the mountain peak, capturing its majestic beauty. 
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wind
wind
[noun]

air that moves quickly or strongly in a current as a result of natural forces

Ex: She could hear the wind howling outside her window. 
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safe
safe
[Adjective]

(of an action) free from danger, harm, or serious risk

Ex: It is safe to drink the water from this source. 
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correctly
correctly
[Adverb]

in a right way and without mistake

Ex: The student answered the exam questions correctly, earning a high score. 
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pilot
pilot
[noun]

someone whose job is to operate an aircraft

Ex: A good pilot always ensures the safety of their passengers. 
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to understand

to assume something to be the case because it is obvious

Ex: He preferred to work independently, that was understood. 
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gear
gear
[noun]

a collection of equipment or tools required for a specific activity, operation, or sport

Ex: The hikers packed all the necessary gear for their mountain expedition. 
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helmet
helmet
[noun]

a hard hat worn by soldiers, bikers, etc. for protection

Ex: The construction worker wore a bright yellow safety helmet before entering the site. 
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reserve
reserve
[noun]

something kept back or saved for future use or a special purpose

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parachute
parachute
[noun]

an object that allows a person or thing to slowly come to the ground after dropping from a flying aircraft

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adventure
adventure
[noun]

an exciting or unusual experience, often involving risk or physical activity

Ex: They embarked on a thrilling adventure, exploring remote jungles and scaling towering peaks. 
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high up
high up
[Adverb]

at a considerable height

Ex: The nest was built high up in the tallest tree of the forest. 
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flight
flight
[noun]

a scheduled journey by an aircraft

Ex: He managed to catch some sleep during the long flight. 
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Brazil
Brazil
[noun]

the largest country in both South America and Latin America

Ex: Brazil is known for its diverse ecosystems, including the Amazon rainforest, which is home to countless species of wildlife. 
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