Definitions

1. noun

A system that automatically controls the flight of an aircraft or a vehicle, especially by computer.

“The plane was on autopilot for most of the trip.”

2. verb

To control something automatically, especially by computer.

“The new software will autopilot the process, making it more efficient.”

3. noun

A situation where someone feels as though they are going through life on automatic pilot, without any real awareness or control.

“After losing her job, she felt like she was on autopilot, just going through the motions.”