gyrodyne (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈdʒaɪrədiːn/
Definition
A gyrodyne is a type of rotorcraft that uses an unpowered rotor to generate lift and a separate propeller to generate forward thrust, allowing it to take off and land vertically like a helicopter and also fly horizontally like an airplane.
Examples
The gyrodyne's unique design made it an attractive option for search and rescue missions.
Pilots required special training to operate the complex gyrodyne aircraft.
The gyrodyne's ability to hover and fly horizontally made it useful for a variety of applications, including aerial surveying and medical transport.
How to Use gyrodyne
- gyrodyne aircraft (noun phrase)
- a type of rotorcraft that uses an unpowered rotor to generate lift — "The gyrodyne aircraft was designed for search and rescue missions."
- gyrodyne rotor (noun phrase)
- the rotor of a gyrodyne aircraft — "The gyrodyne rotor was designed to be more efficient than a traditional helicopter's rotor."
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