Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
A mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic system used to guide a vehicle without assistance from a human being.
I set the autopilot to due south, so I could get some rest.
Related words
- Word family
- automatic
Forms
- Plural
- autopilots
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| autopilot | rising |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.