'Parakite' definitions:

Definition of 'Parakite'

From: GCIDE
  • Parakite \Par"a*kite`\, n. [Para- + kite.] A train or series of kites on one string and flying tandem, used for attaining great heights and for sending up instruments for meteorological observations or a man for military reconnaissance; also, a kite of such a train. [Webster 1913 Suppl.]