Helicopter
Noun
UK
/ˈhel.ɪ.kɒp.tər/
US
/ˈhel.ɪ.kɑːp.tɚ/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
A type of aircraft with rotating blades.
Example
"The helicopter landed on the roof."
"A rescue helicopter saved people from the flooded village quickly."
"Tourists watched the city from a helicopter for a beautiful view."
Explanation
A helicopter is a type of aircraft that can take off and land vertically and stay in one place in the air. It has rotating blades on top instead of normal airplane wings. Helicopters are used for transport, rescue missions, sightseeing, and sometimes for news or military purposes. For example, the helicopter flew above the city to help rescue people.