freefall

== English == === Alternative forms === free fall (noun only), free-fall (verb, noun as a modifier) === Etymology === From free +‎ fall. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈfɹiːˌfɔːl/ === Noun === freefall (countable and uncountable, plural freefalls) (physics) A state of motion affected by no acceleration or force other than that of gravity. (physics) A state of motion but allowing for the presence of incidental air resistance not caused intentionally by devices such parachutes or wings. (figuratively, by extension) A rapid, uncontrolled decline or worsening. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Translations ==== === Verb === freefall (third-person singular simple present freefalls, present participle freefalling, simple past freefell, past participle freefallen) (intransitive) To drop in a state of freefall. (figuratively, by extension, intransitive) To decline or worsen rapidly and uncontrollably. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Translations ====