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The correct spelling is freefall.
How to pronounce freefall
noun
Say it like: Free-fal-l
The correct spelling is freefall. The state of being in a motion affected by no acceleration (force) other than that provided by gravity. For example: "As civil war continues in Iraq, the U.S. president's approval ratings are in freefall."
Usage Examples
“As civil war continues in Iraq, the U.S. president's approval ratings are in freefall.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.The state of being in a motion affected by no acceleration (force) other than that provided by gravity.
- 2.(common usage) The state of falling with no interference from outside forces other than the air resistance (no open parachute, etc.)
- 3.(by extension) The state of worsening out of control.
verb
- 1.To drop in a state of freefall.
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