Definitions

1. noun

A person who controls an aircraft, ship, or other vehicle.

“The pilot safely landed the plane after encountering turbulence.”

2. noun

A person who guides or directs a project or activity.

“She was the pilot of the new marketing strategy.”

3. noun

A person who tests a new product or idea, often in a small-scale way.

“The company used a pilot to gauge customer reaction to their new app.”

4. verb

To test or try something new in a small-scale way.

“The company is piloting a new payment system to see if it works.”

5. verb

To guide or direct something.

“She will pilot the team to success with her leadership skills.”