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autopilot

/ˈɔːtoʊˌpaɪlət/ /ˈɑːtoʊˌpaɪlət/

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noun

自动驾驶，自动导航系统。

A mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic system used to guide a vehicle without assistance from a human being.

Examples :

"I set the autopilot to due south, so I could get some rest."

我把自动驾驶系统设置成正南方，这样我就可以休息一会儿了。

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noun

自动驾驶状态，机械状态

(by extension) A state of mind where one no longer thinks about doing one's actions, but acts mechanically

Examples :

"After months of the same routine, Sarah completed her morning tasks on autopilot, barely registering what she was doing. "

重复同样的例行公事几个月后，莎拉早上完成任务的时候就像开了自动驾驶一样，几乎没注意到自己在做什么。

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verb

自动驾驶，自动巡航。

(of a vehicle) To pilot itself; to drive or travel automatically.

Examples :

"The plane will autopilot for most of the flight, allowing the pilots to monitor the systems. "

飞机在大部分航程中都会自动驾驶，这样飞行员就能监控系统。

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