Choppered: meaning, definitions and examples
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choppered
[ ˈtʃɒpərd ]
transport via helicopter
The term 'choppered' refers to the act of being transported by helicopter. It is typically used to describe the specific method of travel, often in situations where quick and efficient movement is required, such as in medical emergencies or in remote locations. The verb emphasizes the action of being airlifted or conveyed by a helicopter, underscoring the unique nature of aerial transport compared to ground methods.
Synonyms
airlifted, helicoptered, transported.
Examples of usage
- The injured hiker was choppered to the hospital.
- They were choppered in from the remote island.
- He was choppered out of the war zone.
Translations
Translations of the word "choppered" in other languages:
🇵🇹 helicóptero
🇮🇳 हेलीकॉप्टर
🇩🇪 Hubschrauber
🇮🇩 helikopter
🇺🇦 гвинтокрил
🇵🇱 śmigłowiec
🇯🇵 ヘリコプター
🇫🇷 hélicoptère
🇪🇸 helicóptero
🇹🇷 helikopter
🇰🇷 헬리콥터
🇸🇦 طائرة هليكوبتر
🇨🇿 vrtulník
🇸🇰 vrtuľník
🇨🇳 直升机
🇸🇮 helikopter
🇮🇸 þyrlu
🇰🇿 геликоптер
🇬🇪 ჰელიკოპტერი
🇦🇿 helikopter
🇲🇽 helicóptero
Etymology
The word 'choppered' is derived from 'chopper', which is a colloquial term for a helicopter. The origins of 'chopper' can be traced back to the 1960s, emerging from the slang of pilots and aviation enthusiasts. 'Chopper' itself likely comes from the verb 'to chop', which denotes the choppy sound made by helicopter blades as they slice through the air. This association highlights the machine's mechanics and operation. The transition of the term into verb form, such as 'choppered', reflects its use in contexts where helicopters are employed as a method of transportation, particularly in instances that demand rapid movement. Since then, it has been included in various aviation terminologies and common lexicon among emergency services and the military.