Meaning & use
Helipad
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A designated area, often marked with a large 'H,' where helicopters can land and take off.
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The hospital built a helipad on its roof for emergency medical transport.
The private estate included its own helipad for quick travel to the city.
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A blend of 'helicopter' and 'pad,' the term became common as helicopter use expanded in the mid-20th century.
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