Synonyms for

Helicopters

Verb / ˈhelɪˌkɑ:ptɜ:z / Another word for helicopters — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Helicopters are aircraft that can take off and land vertically, and are able to hover in one place.

Synonyms & similar words

helicopter eggbeater chopper whirlybird chopper whirlybird eggbeater rotorcraft aircraft plane copter aerocraft

Synonyms by register

Formal

rotary-wing aircraft VTOL aircraft

Informal

choppers whirlybirds

Literary

sky-boats aerial screws

Antonyms

ground vehicles ships trains cars bicycles submarines

Common collocations

  • helicopter pilot
  • helicopter crash
  • helicopter blades
  • helicopter rescue
  • military helicopter
  • police helicopter
  • helicopter landing
  • helicopter noise

Word family

noun helicopter
verb helicopter
adjective helicopteric

Usage note

The term 'helicopter' is widely understood and used in most contexts. 'Chopper' is a common informal alternative. 'Whirlybird' is a more dated and less common informal term.

Example sentences

  1. The helicopters were used to rescue people from the flooded areas.
  2. The sound of the helicopters was very loud.
  3. The helicopters flew in formation over the stadium.
  4. The army uses helicopters to transport soldiers to remote areas.
  5. The helicopter landed on the helipad at the hospital.

Quotes

  • I love the sound of helicopters. The whoop whoop whoop of the blades is like music to my ears.
  • Helicopters have changed the way we travel and transport goods.
  • The helicopter is an amazing invention that has revolutionized aviation.

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