helideck en · NOUN
Etymology
Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *welH-der. Ancient Greek ἕλιξ (hélix) Proto-Indo-European *peth₂- Proto-Indo-European *-r̥ Proto-Indo-European *péth₂r̥ Proto-Hellenic *pterón Ancient Greek πτερόν (pterón) French hélicoptèrebor. English helicopterclip. English heli- English deck English helideck From heli- + deck.
Meanings
- A platform (on a vessel or offshore structure) allowing helicopters to land and take off.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| helidecks | Number=Plur | lexicographic |