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Freefall

//ˈfɹiːˌfɔːl// noun, verb

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A state of motion affected by no acceleration or force other than that of gravity. uncountable
  2. 2
    As above, but allowing for the presence of incidental air resistance not caused intentionally by devices like parachutes or wings. uncountable
  3. 3
    The state of worsening out of control. broadly, uncountable

    "As civil war continues in Iraq, the U.S. president's approval ratings are in freefall."

Verb
  1. 1
    To drop in a state of freefall. intransitive

    "A base jumper attempts to freefall for as long as possible before triggering the parachute."

Etymology

Etymology 1

From free + fall.

Etymology 2

From free + fall.

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