(also informal copter, chopper) noun
an aircraft without wings that has large blades on top that go round. It can fly straight up from the ground and can also stay in one position in the air:
He was rushed to the hospital by helicopter. * a police helicopter * a helicopter pilot
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Sourced from Main Dictionary in Lughet's collection.
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