autogyro

/ɔːtədʒaɪroʊ, ɔːtəˈdʒaɪroʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of rotorcraft that uses an unpowered rotor, usually with a propeller-driven engine to create forward motion.

“The inventor successfully designed an autogyro that could fly for hours with minimal fuel consumption.”

Synonyms

  • gyroplane
  • helicopter (in some contexts)

Antonyms

  • fixed-wing aircraft