noun

helo

HEE-loh

Helo (noun) means an informal, especially military, word for a helicopter. Example: “The squad waited for the helo to touch down.”

noun

An informal, especially military, word for a helicopter.

"The squad waited for the helo to touch down."

How to use helo

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSlang short form of "helicopter," common in military and aviation contexts.

When to use it

Informal/military jargon rather than standard written English.

Word forms

heloed past tense, helos plural, helos singular

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Etymology

A clipped, informal form of "helicopter."

Rhymes for helo

Cielo Angelo Consuelo Michelangelo

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Frequently asked questions

What does “helo” mean?

The word “helo” means an informal, especially military, word for a helicopter. In plain terms, slang short form of "helicopter," common in military and aviation contexts.

How do you pronounce “helo”?

“Helo” is pronounced HEE-loh (/ˈhi.loʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “helo” in a sentence?

Here is “helo” used in a sentence: “The squad waited for the helo to touch down.”

What part of speech is “helo”?

“Helo” is a noun.