gyrocopter

English

Etymology

From gyro- +‎ -copter.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈdʒaɪroʊˌkɒptər/
  • Hyphenation: gy‧ro‧cop‧ter

Noun

gyrocopter (plural gyrocopters)

  1. (aviation) An autogyro, similar to a helicopter.
    A gyrocopter’s rotor spins freely due to airflow rather than engine power.

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