noun
copilot
Copilot (noun) means the second pilot on an aircraft, who assists and can take over flying duties. Example: “The copilot handled radio communications while the captain flew the approach.”
noun
1
The second pilot on an aircraft, who assists and can take over flying duties.
"The copilot handled radio communications while the captain flew the approach."
2
An assistant that helps with a task, especially an AI tool that works alongside a person.
"She used an AI copilot to help draft the code."
verb
1
To act as a backup or assistant pilot.
"He copiloted the flight to Chicago."
How to use copilot
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe person (or these days, sometimes an AI) helping the main pilot or operator do the job.
Common pairings
copilot seat
AI copilot
act as copilot
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Word forms
- Plural
- copilots
- Third person singular
- copilots
- Past tense
- copiloted
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The _____ handled radio communications while the captain flew the approach.
Etymology
From co- ("together with") plus pilot.
Synonyms
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first officer
second pilot
number two
Related words
Rhymes for copilot
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What does “copilot” mean?
The word “copilot” means the second pilot on an aircraft, who assists and can take over flying duties. In plain terms, the person (or these days, sometimes an AI) helping the main pilot or operator do the job.
How do you use “copilot” in a sentence?
Here is “copilot” used in a sentence: “The copilot handled radio communications while the captain flew the approach.”
What is another word for “copilot”?
Words with a similar meaning to “copilot” include first officer, second pilot and number two.
What part of speech is “copilot”?
Depending on how it is used, “copilot” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “copilot” have?
“Copilot” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the second pilot on an aircraft, who assists and can take over flying duties.
