n.
See artificial horizon.
[gyro(scopic) horizon.]
Dictionary:
gy·ro horizon (jī'rō)
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| WordNet: gyro horizon |
The noun has one meaning:
Meaning #1:
a navigational instrument based on a gyroscope; provides an artificial horizon for the pilot
Synonyms: artificial horizon, flight indicator
| artificial horizon | |
| Aircraft compass system (air navigation) | |
| Flight instruments |
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