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autogyro

/ɔːtəˈdʒaɪəroʊ/ noun · British & US
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What does autogyro mean?

noun

An autogyro is a type of rotorcraft that uses an unpowered rotor with curved or angled blades to generate lift, while a propeller provides forward thrust. It is also known as an autogiro.

Example

"The inventor of the autogyro, Juan de la Cierva, successfully flew the first powered autogyro in 1923."

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