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pilot

1 of 2noun
/ˈpaɪlət/
Forms:pilots
1

someone whose job is to operate an aircraft

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  • A good pilot always ensures the safety of their passengers.
  • A pilot must have good vision and quick reflexes.
  • As a child, he dreamed of becoming a pilot.
  • It's important for a pilot to stay calm under pressure.
  • The pilot checked the aircraft before the long-haul flight.
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2

small auxiliary gas burner that provides a flame to ignite a larger gas burner

3

an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track

4

something that serves as a model or a basis for making copies

5

a TV or radio program made to see how the audience react and whether it should be made into a series

A pilot is the first episode of a television show or series, created to showcase the concept, characters, and style of the program. It serves as a test episode to see how well the show is received by audiences, critics, and network executives. If the pilot is successful, it may lead to a full season of episodes. Pilots are often used to help decide whether a show should be picked up for regular production or not, and they are usually not aired as part of the regular series unless the show is approved.

6

a person qualified to guide ships through difficult waters going into or out of a harbor