Meaning of the word paratrooper in English

What does paratrooper mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

paratrooper

US /ˈperˌtruː.pɚ/
UK /ˈpærˌtruː.pər/
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Noun

a soldier who is trained to jump out of an aircraft with a parachute

Example:
The paratrooper landed safely behind enemy lines.
He joined the elite paratrooper unit after completing his training.