pilot

A2
Pronunciation
/ˈpaɪlət/
Noun
14 definition(s)
1 Definition

A person who steers a ship, a helmsman.

2 Definition

A person who knows well the depths and currents of a harbor or coastal area, who is hired by a vessel to help navigate the harbor or coast.

3 Definition

A guide book for maritime navigation.

4 Definition

An instrument for detecting the compass error.

5 Definition

A pilot vehicle.

6 Definition

A person authorised to drive such a vehicle during an escort.

7 Definition

A guide or escort through an unknown or dangerous area.

8 Definition

Something serving as a test or trial.

Example Sentences
  • We would like to run a pilot in your facility before rolling out the program citywide.
9 Definition

A person who is in charge of the controls of an aircraft.

10 Definition

A sample episode of a proposed TV series produced to decide if it should be made or not. If approved, typically the first episode of an actual TV series.

11 Definition

A cowcatcher.

12 Definition

A pilot light.

13 Definition

One who flies a kite.

14 Definition

A short plug, sometimes made interchangeable, at the end of a counterbore to guide the tool.

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To control (an aircraft or watercraft).

2 Definition

To guide (a vessel) through coastal waters.

3 Definition

To test or have a preliminary trial of (an idea, a new product, etc.)

Adjective
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

Made or used as a test or demonstration of capability.

Example Sentences
  • The pilot plant showed the need for major process changes.
2 Definition

Used to control or activate another device.

Example Sentences
  • a pilot light
3 Definition

Being a vehicle to warn other road users of the presence of an oversize vehicle/combination.

Example Sentences
  • a pilot vehicle