powered paraglider
noun[ C ]
uk /ˌpaʊ.əd ˈpær.əˌɡlaɪ.dər/ us /ˌpaʊ.ɚd ˈper.əˌɡlaɪ.dɚ/
a piece of equipment consisting of a motor worn on the back that allows someone to take off and fly through the air using a parachute (= a large piece of cloth that is attached to the person with strings): 动力滑翔伞
Powered paragliders are usually flown between 100 to 2000 feet.动力滑翔伞通常在（海拔）一百到二千英尺之间飞行。
Synonym
paramotor
Powered paragliders do not require high places or towing to be launched.
You could win a tandem flight in a powered paraglider.
Powered paragliders are much more popular in Europe than in the US.
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