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Definition pilot in British English

pilot verb

[transitive] verb
/ˈpaɪlət/
1

to fly an aircraft

Synonyms and related words
airlift bank buzz
1.1

to lead a ship through a difficult or dangerous area of water

Synonyms and related words
a bad/good sailor the Admiral’s Cup ahoy
2

to try something with a small group of people to find out if it would be successful or popular

Example

The programme will initially be piloted in four schools.

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test try out put through
3

to make sure that something such as a new law is introduced or accepted

Example

In 1980, he piloted the Wildlife and Countryside Bill through the House of Commons.

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abolish abrogate amend
4

to give someone advice or instructions that help them to do something

Example

Our advisers are here to pilot members through the new procedure.

Synonyms and related words
help assist support
Definition pilot in British English