<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>a person duly qualified to steer ships into or out of a harbor or through certain difficult waters</li><li>a person who steers a ship</li><li>a person duly qualified to operate an airplane, balloon, or other aircraft</li><li>a guide or leader: the pilot of the expedition</li><li>machinery: a guide for centering or otherwise positioning two adjacent parts, often consisting of a projection on one part fitting into a recess in the other</li><li>a prototypical filmed or taped feature, produced with hopes of network adoption as a television series and aired to test potential viewer interest and attract sponsors</li><li>a preliminary or experimental trial or test: The school will offer a pilot of its new computer course</li></ul><p><strong>Verb (used with object)</strong></p><ul><li>to steer</li><li>to lead, guide, or conduct, as through unknown places, intricate affairs, etc.</li><li>to act as pilot on, in, or over</li></ul><p><strong>Synonyms</strong></p><ul><li>manage</li><li>maneuver</li></ul><p><strong>Adjective</strong></p><ul><li>serving as an experimental or trial undertaking prior to full-scale operation or use: a pilot project</li></ul>