volpane

/ˈvɒlpleɪn/

Definitions

1. verb

to glide through the air, especially with a parachute or wings

“The skydiver learned to volplane safely to the ground.”

2. noun

a gentle descent through the air, especially with a parachute or wings

“The instructor guided the student through a successful volplane.”

3. noun

a type of glider aircraft

“The pilots took their volplane for a morning flight.”

Synonyms

  • glide
  • soar

Antonyms

  • crash
  • plummet