helipad

noun

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

Examples of helipad in a Sentence

The building has a helipad on its roof.
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Looking toward the bow, that area could become a helipad, and the vessel can house two Jet Skis, a waverunner, and two tenders. Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 23 Sep. 2025 Highlights include a chandelier in the main dining room, a large swimming pool, a private spa, a gym, and a touch and go helipad. Bill Springer, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025 The 15,500-square-foot, seven-bedroom manse conveniently has its own movie theater, wine cellar and helipad for easy commutes. Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 16 Sep. 2025 The ambulances transported him to a local hospital's helipad before he was airlifted by a medical helicopter to Loyola University Medical Center in critical condition, the press release explains. Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for helipad

Word History

First Known Use

1960, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 30 Sep. 2025.

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