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paratrooper

/ˈpærətrʊpər/ noun · British & US
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What does paratrooper mean?

noun

A soldier trained to jump from an aircraft in a parachute, typically as part of a military operation. A person who jumps from an aircraft using a parachute.

Example

"The paratrooper landed safely in the designated area after a long jump."

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