transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈhelɪkɔptə ]
n. & v. --n. a type of aircraft without wings, obtaining lift and propulsion from horizontally revolving overhead blades or rotors, and capable of moving vertically and horizontally. --v.tr. & intr. transport or fly by helicopter. [F h÷licoptëre f. Gk helix (see HELIX) + pteron wing]