The term 'PARA' is a prefix for legal or chute, and is derived from the Greek word 'para, ' meaning 'BESIDE' or 'BEYOND.' This prefix is often used to denote something that is related to, but separate from, the main subject. In the context of legal or chute, it can refer to something that is related to the law or a chute, but not necessarily part of it. For example, a parachute is a device that is related to a chute, but is not actually part of the chute itself. Similarly, a paralegal is someone who works in the legal field, but is not a lawyer.