pilotprograms

noun

UK /ˈpaɪlət ˈprəʊɡræmz/

US /ˈpaɪlət ˈproʊɡræmz/

Small test programs that try out a new idea before everyone uses it.

The school started pilot programs to see if longer recess helped kids learn better.

SYNONYMS

test programs trial programs experimental programs trial runs test runs

RELATED WORDS

prototypes experiments trials studies tests

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Small projects a company runs first to check if a big plan will work.

The company launched pilot programs in three cities before going nationwide.

3. Early versions of a TV show made to see if people like it.

The network ordered two pilot programs before picking a new series.

4. Practice runs of a new lesson or activity in a few classrooms.

Teachers shared their pilot programs at the staff meeting.

5. First small tests of a new medicine or treatment.

Doctors reviewed the pilot programs before the full study began.