Freefall

Noun

Definitions

1.NounA state of motion affected by no acceleration or force other than that of gravity.

2.NounA state of motion but allowing for the presence of incidental air resistance not caused intentionally by devices such parachutes or wings.

3.NounA rapid, uncontrolled decline or worsening.

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

4.VerbTo drop in a state of freefall.

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

5.VerbTo decline or worsen rapidly and uncontrollably.

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