automatic pilot — a device that automatically controls an aircraft or ship without constant human intervention
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a device that automatically controls an aircraft or ship without constant human intervention
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɔːtəˈmætɪk ˈpaɪlət/
Example Sentences
- The sleepy student answered all the math questions on automatic pilot.
- Modern aircraft rely heavily on automatic pilot systems during long flights.
- She brushed her teeth on automatic pilot while thinking about tomorrow's presentation.
automatic pilot
NOUN[/ˌɔːtəˈmætɪk ˈpaɪlət/]
a device that automatically controls an aircraft or ship without constant human intervention
a device that automatically controls an aircraft or ship without constant human intervention
When riot turns quiet, trust the automatic pilot!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Automatic derives from Greek automatos (self-moving), combining autos (self) and matos (moving). Pilot originates from Greek pedon (rudder or steering mechanism). The compound term literally developed to mean 'self-directing device,' referring to a navigational system that operates independently.
Breakdown
automatic (auto- meaning self + -matic meaning moving/operating) + pilot (from Greek pedon, rudder). Together they denote a self-operating steering or guidance system.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The sleepy student answered all the math questions on automatic pilot.”
“Modern aircraft rely heavily on automatic pilot systems during long flights.”
“She brushed her teeth on automatic pilot while thinking about tomorrow's presentation.”
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