English noun: pilot program | |||
1. | pilot program (act) activity planned as a test or trial | ||
Samples | They funded a pilot project in six states. | ||
Synonyms | pilot project | ||
Broader (hypernym) | run, test, trial | ||
2. | pilot program (communication) a program exemplifying a contemplated series; intended to attract sponsors | ||
Synonyms | pilot, pilot film | ||
Broader (hypernym) | television program, television show, TV program, TV show | ||