Freefall
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfɹiːˌfɔːl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Freefall is a noun meaning (physics) A state of motion affected by no acceleration or force other than that of gravity.
Meaning
(physics) A state of motion affected by no acceleration or force other than that of gravity.
More Meanings
- (figuratively, by extension) A rapid, uncontrolled decline or worsening.
- (intransitive) To drop in a state of freefall.
- (figuratively, by extension, intransitive) To decline or worsen rapidly and uncontrollably.
- (physics) A state of motion but allowing for the presence of incidental air resistance not caused intentionally by devices such parachutes or wings.
Example Sentences
House prices were in freefall, if you owned one.
Passenger numbers in freefall as UK battles COVID-19
Even with the economy in free fall, demand for cheap, cute clothes persisted.
As civil war continues in Iraq, the U.S. president's approval ratings are in freefall.
Word Forms
- freefalls
- free fall
- free-fall
- freefalling
- freefell
- freefallen
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include drop, decline, free fall, weightlessness, gravitylessness, nongravitation.
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