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Definition of pilotless
pilotless
/ˈpaɪlətləs/
pi · lot · less
pilotless Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
8
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
3
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• adjective
1
Operating without an onboard human pilot, typically by remote control or an automated guidance system (especially of an aircraft or spacecraft).
Example
"The meteorological agency deployed a pilotless aircraft to gather atmospheric data directly from the center of the storm."
2
Lacking a leader, guide, or clear direction.
Example
"Following the sudden resignation of its founder, the organization drifted like a pilotless ship for several months."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pilotless. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pilotless