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copilot

copilot

3 4.2
Software that helps a person by suggesting actions, creating content, and automating tasks
  • noun
  • /ˈkoʊˌpaɪlət/
  • Specialized
translation icon : copiloto
  • You want a copilot on this, I'd be happy to team up with you.
  • a new copilot

OK, so let's start with Copilot directly in Microsoft Excel.

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Examples

  • We're all going to have in the near term an AI copilot, right?

  • I could use a copilot.

  • OK, so let's start with Copilot directly in Microsoft Excel.

  • Gordon, what I want— and I've never asked you for anything— is to be your copilot on this one.

  • The AI copilot suggested several edits to improve my writing.

  • With the help of a copilot, I was able to automate repetitive tasks efficiently.

  • My new productivity copilot can help me brainstorm ideas for my project.

Synonyms

assistant
vscopilot
  • Specialized
38 3.5

A program that answers questions and does tasks for a person

is collaborative and proactive suggesting actions and generating content
agent
vscopilot
  • Specialized
14 6.6

A computer program that works on its own to do tasks for a user or system

is collaborative and works alongside to suggest and automate tasks

Surface Forms

copilot singular
copilots plural

Morphology

copilot = pilot (semi-transparent) = co + pilot

While the prefix 'co-' and root 'pilot' are clear, the metaphorical extension to software or AI assistants requires contextual understanding.

Etymology

Copilot is now also used for software helpers. The parts co- meaning 'together' and pilot meaning 'to steer' help you remember that a software copilot works with you and 'steers' or suggests actions like a human copilot.