Dirigible parachute refers to a steerable apparatus used to retard free fall, consisting of a light, usually hemispherical canopy attached by cords and stored folded until deployed in descent.
Ref: 120604/2006-09-19

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Alternative Spellings (Synonyms): Parachutes

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