parachute flare

A parachute flare illuminates the night sky above the ocean.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A pyrotechnic device: A "parachute flare" is a type of flare that is attached to a small parachute, designed to be launched into the air to provide illumination over a large area for an extended period, typically used in military operations, search and rescue, or emergency signalling.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The crew launched a parachute flare to light up the night sky during the rescue mission. (The flare with a parachute was fired to illuminate the area.)
  • A parachute flare can stay aloft for several minutes, offering sustained visibility. (The flare’s parachute slows its descent, allowing longer light.)

Advanced Usage

• "to deploy a parachute flare": to release or fire the flare into the air.

  • The soldier deployed a parachute flare to signal for help. (The flare was launched with its parachute opening.)

• "parachute flare illumination": the light provided by such a flare.

  • The parachute flare illumination revealed the enemy positions. (The light from the flare exposed the targets.)

Variants and Related Words

• Flare (n): a bright light or signal, often used for emergencies.

  • The ship sent up a flare to attract attention. (A bright signal was fired.)

• Parachute (n): a device used to slow descent through the air.

  • The parachute on the flare ensured it drifted slowly. (The fabric canopy slowed the fall.)

Synonyms

• Signal flare: a flare used for communication or warning.
• Illumination round: a military projectile that provides light.
• Star shell: a type of flare that bursts into bright stars.

Related Idioms

• Light up the sky: to create intense illumination.

  • The parachute flare lit up the sky like a small sun. (It made the night bright.)

• Go up like a flare: to rise quickly and brightly.

  • The parachute flare went up like a flare, then drifted down gently. (It ascended rapidly and then descended slowly.)