Definition of Skydiver

1. Noun. A person who jumps from a plane and performs various gymnastic maneuvers before pulling the parachute cord.

Generic synonyms: Parachute Jumper, Parachuter, Parachutist
Derivative terms: Sky Dive, Skydive

Definition of Skydiver

1. Noun. Someone who skydives as a sport. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Skydiver

1. one that skydives [n -S] - See also: skydives

Lexicographical Neighbors of Skydiver

skybox
skyboxes
skybridge
skybridges
skycap
skycaps
skyclad
skycycle
skycycles
skydaddies
skydaddy
skydip
skydips
skydive
skydived
skydiver (current term)
skydivers
skydives
skydiving
skydivings
skydome
skydomes
skydove
skye terrier
skyed
skyer
skyers
skyey
skyf

Literary usage of Skydiver

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Newtonian Physics by Benjamin Crowell (2003)
"1A skydiver example 6 > The graphs in figure k show the results of a fairly realistic computer simulation of the motion of a skydiver, including the effects ..."

2. Adventure Guide to the Bahamas by Blair Howard (2002)
"Even the inexperienced can have a go, strapped in a double harness with an experienced skydiver. Dining Restaurant Price Scale $ less than $20 per person ..."

3. Adventure Guide to New Hampshire by Elizabeth L. Dugger (2002)
"Better yet, try tandem skydiving at the Winnipesaukee Skydiving Center (s 569- 2467). This is a nifty way to get a fledgling skydiver safely into ..."

4. Adventure Guide to Anguilla Antigua St. Barts St. Kitts St. Martin Including by Paris Permenter, John Bigley (2000)
"After a short briefing, riders are strapped to an experienced skydiver, then it's bon voyage from 9000 feet. The ride whizzes by at 120 miles per hour and ..."

5. Navy Seal Physical Fitness Guideedited by Patricia A. Deuster edited by Patricia A. Deuster (1998)
"She is an avid sportswoman and a former skydiver who has logged in over 100 jumps. Anita Singh, Ph.D., wrote "Overview of Physical Fitness" and "Running for ..."

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