Enter the word for search

autogiro

/ˌɔːtəʊˈdʒɪərəʊ/

/ˌɔːtəˈdʒɪroʊ/

autogironoun

autogiros

/ˌɔːtəʊˈdʒɪərəʊ/

/ˌɔːtəˈdʒɪroʊ/

Translations

The autogiro was an early type of rotorcraft.

Автожир был ранним типом винтокрылого летательного аппарата.

Definitions

A type of aircraft that uses an unpowered rotor to develop lift, while forward thrust is provided by a conventional propeller.

The museum had a vintage autogiro on display, showcasing the unique design of early rotorcraft.

Synonyms

autogiroadjective

/ˌɔː.təʊˈdʒaɪ.rəʊ/

/ˌɔː.t̬oʊˈdʒaɪ.roʊ/

Used attributively (e.g., "an autogiro flight")

Definitions

Relating to or characteristic of an autogiro.

The airshow featured an autogiro demonstration team.