1. jumped from an aircraft using a parachute
2. dropped or delivered by parachute from an aircraft
3. suddenly placed or appointed to a position, especially from outside an organization
Usage: informal

Examples

• The soldiers parachuted behind enemy lines during the night operation.
• She parachuted from 15,000 feet for her first skydiving experience.
• Medical supplies were parachuted to the remote village after the earthquake.
• Food and water were parachuted to the stranded hikers.
• The new CEO was parachuted in from another company to turn things around.
• He parachuted into the leadership role without any prior experience in the department.
• Emergency equipment was parachuted to the rescue team on the mountain.