helichopper en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- (US) audio
Etymology
Blend of helicopter + chopper.
Meanings
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(childish, nonstandard) helicopter
"I yelled up at all them helichoppers."
2002, Patricia Daniels Cornwell, Isle of Dogs:"Is it really true what you said about flying to school?" "Uh, yes, because, uh . . ." Bluebell paused to think of a human-sounding answer, as Katie had taught her. "Because my dad's very rich; he's got a helichopper," she finished.
2008, Kelly McKain, Fairy for a Day:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| helichoppers | Number=Plur | lexicographic |