autopilot

[ aw-toh-pahy-luht ]

noun

1. automatic pilot.

autopilot

/ ˌɔːtəˈpaɪlət; -təʊ- /

noun

1. short for automatic pilot

Word History and Origins

Origin of autopilot¹

auto- ³ + pilot

Example Sentences

That has limited the ability of the cabinet to make executive decisions and left the country’s institutions virtually running on autopilot.

From Los Angeles Times

Before putting a consumer’s bill on autopilot, the law says, businesses must obtain “express affirmative consent.”

From Los Angeles Times

Under the Biden administration, Mr Musk’s companies also faced a number of federal investigations over employment practices, his takeover of Twitter and claims about Tesla’s autopilot feature.

From BBC

The plane’s autopilot then sought to pitch the jet downwards to its earlier altitude.

From Seattle Times

“But it did feel like autopilot for a little bit there, which is very nice. So, yeah, now I put myself hopefully in contention for Sunday.”

From Seattle Times