What does "gyrocopter" mean?

An autogyro, similar to a helicopter.

What is a synonym for "gyrocopter"?

Common synonyms include: gyroplane.

Pronounced //ˈdʒaɪroʊˌkɒptər//.

/ˈdʒaɪroʊˌkɒptər/ noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Noun

1
An autogyro, similar to a helicopter.
"A gyrocopter’s rotor spins freely due to airflow rather than engine power."

"A gyrocopter’s rotor spins freely due to airflow rather than engine power."

From gyro- + -copter.