autopilot
Translation
autopilot
Examples
The plane was on autopilot for most of the flight.
The plane was on autopilot for most of the flight.
I was on autopilot this morning.
I was on autopilot this morning.
Grammar Patterns
to be on autopilot to be on autopilot I was on autopilot this morning.
Similar Words
Synonyms: automatic pilot, automatic control
Etymology
From 'auto-' (self) + 'pilot'. A pilot that works by itself.
Memory Tips
Imagine a pilot letting an 'auto'matic system fly the plane. Also used when you do things without thinking.