pilot

/pˈa‍ɪlət/

/ˈpaɪɫət/

Pilot

someone whose job is to operate the controls of an aircraft

small auxiliary gas burner that provides a flame to ignite a larger gas burner

an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track

synonyms : buffer

something that serves as a model or a basis for making copies

synonyms : archetype

a TV or radio program made to see how the audience react and whether it should be made into a series

synonyms : pilot film

a person qualified to guide ships through difficult waters going into or out of a harbor

to pilot

MAIN VERB

act as the navigator in a car, plane, or vessel and plan, direct, plot the path and position of the conveyance

synonyms : navigate

to operate or fly an aircraft or spacecraft

synonyms : aviate

Examples

1. A pilot must have good vision and quick reflexes.

2. The pilot checked the aircraft before the long-haul flight.

3. A good pilot always ensures the safety of their passengers.

4. All through the hijacking the pilot kept a level head.