American English pronunciation

How to pronounce helicopter

IPA transcription: ['hɛlɪ,kɑptɚ]

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Noun

  • an aircraft without wings that obtains its lift from the rotation of overhead blades

Usage examples

  • Primarily intended for helicopter use and offered in several fixed, podded, and turreted installations.
  • It comprises three helicopter squadrons and is commanded by the Joint Helicopter Command.
  • There is domestic helicopter service to the islands.
  • However, somehow the boat is detected by the attack helicopters and is destroyed.
  • Polish Police uses two helicopters.
  • Activities offered include gliding, aircraft, helicopter, and Autogyro.
  • The manufacturer called this helicopter "tiger".
  • Jacques Toubon is also remembered for the "helicopter affair".
  • The helicopter squadrons provided a search and rescue service for the Singapore area.
  • "Albion" also provided helicopters from the embarked Naval Air Commando squadrons.