helipad

noun

he·​li·​pad ˈhe-lə-ˌpad How to pronounce helipad (audio)
ˈhē-
Synonyms of helipadnext

Examples of helipad in a Sentence

The building has a helipad on its roof.
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Those onboard can enjoy a gym, a putting green, and two helipads—one of which is certified and located forward on the guest deck, and the other in the rear. Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 8 Dec. 2025 The short videos show walk-throughs of a bedroom and bathroom, the coastline and helipad, and the pool area. James Hill, ABC News, 3 Dec. 2025 On the wall hangs a blowup of his site plan, which calls for 23 state-of-the-art soundstages, around a half-million square feet of office and workshop space, a ferry dock, and a helipad. Andrew Rice, Curbed, 2 Dec. 2025 Sifnos also has a helipad for those who prefer helicopter transfers. Petros Zissimos, Travel + Leisure, 24 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for helipad

Word History

First Known Use

1960, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of helipad was in 1960

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“Helipad.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/helipad. Accessed 22 Dec. 2025.

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