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air·drop
 airdrop
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- pronunciation:
- eIr
drap
- parts of speech:
- transitive verb, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
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transitive verb |
| inflections: |
airdrops, airdropping, airdropped |
| definition: |
to deliver by parachute from an aircraft.
The British operatives and supplies were airdropped into France to help the Resistance. |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
a delivery by parachute from an aircraft, esp. of troops, weapons, or supplies.
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