Dreaming of a parachute could represent a safety net or plan in your life. Examine the condition of the parachute and the way in which it was used in the dream for more clues as to the meaning of the dream symbol. Dreaming of jumping off a cliff with a parachute could indicate that you are feeling anxious about a situation or event in your life, yet at the same time you have made the necessary preparations to ensure your success. Dreaming that a parachute does not open could indicate fears that you are not prepared for a situation in which you feel fearful or anxious. Dreaming of an unused parachute could indicate that you are not making use of the resources available to you.