Meaning of the word copilot in English

What does copilot mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

copilot

US /ˈkoʊˌpɑɪ·lət/
UK /ˈkəʊˌpaɪ.lət/
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Noun

1.

a second pilot in an aircraft, who assists the main pilot

Example:
The copilot took control of the plane when the captain became ill.
The pilot and copilot performed a final check before takeoff.
2.

an AI assistant designed to help users with tasks such as coding, writing, or productivity

Example:
I used Copilot to help me write this Python script.
Microsoft Copilot is integrated into many Office applications.

Verb

to act as a copilot for an aircraft or in a metaphorical sense to assist someone in a task

Example:
He will copilot the flight to London tomorrow.
She agreed to copilot the new project with me.