Pilot \Pi"lot\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Piloted}; p. pr. & vb. n.
{Piloting}.] [Cf. F. piloter.]
1. To direct the course of, as of a ship, where navigation is
dangerous.
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2. Figuratively: To guide, as through dangers or
difficulties. "The art of piloting a state." --Berkeley.
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3. (A["e]ronautics) To fly, or act as pilot of (an aircraft);
to operate (an airplane).
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