PILOT
/ˈpaɪlət/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb, adjective
Definition of PILOT
A person who steers a ship, a helmsman.
A person who knows well the depths and currents of a harbor or coastal area, who is hired by a vessel to help navigate the harbor or coast.
A guide book for maritime navigation.
To control (an aircraft or watercraft).
To guide (a vessel) through coastal waters.
To test or have a preliminary trial of (an idea, a new product, etc.)
Made or used as a test or demonstration of capability.
"The pilot plant showed the need for major process changes."
Used to control or activate another device.
"a pilot light"
Examples of PILOT in a Sentence
- "The pilot plant showed the need for major process changes."
- "a pilot light"
- "a pilot vehicle"
Word Details
Is PILOT a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PILOT is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PILOT uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PILOT
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | i | l | o | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PILOT
31 words from the letters in PILOT
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use PILOT in Word Games
PILOT is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, PILOT is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble PILOT to find 31 additional valid words.