Dictionary
autopilot
noun au·to·pi·lot \ˈȯ-tō-ˌpī-lət\
: a device that steers a ship, aircraft, or spacecraft in place of a person
Full Definition of AUTOPILOT
1
: a device for automatically steering ships, aircraft, and spacecraft
2
: automatic pilot 2
See autopilot defined for English-language learners
ADVERTISEMENT
First Known Use of AUTOPILOT
1916
Learn More About AUTOPILOT
Browse
Next Word in the Dictionary: autopistolPrevious Word in the Dictionary: autophytographyAll Words Near: autopilot
ADVERTISEMENT
Seen & Heard
What made you want to look up autopilot? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).