jellycopter

noun

jellycopter

noun

UK /ˈdʒɛ.liˌkɒp.tə(ɹ)/

Etymology Blend of jelly + helicopter.

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Childish, Humorous A helicopter.

  • All we care about is peace. Nout about the latest Apache jellycopters to go into service.1999 April 10, Richard Brown, “The Brotherhood of PEace”, in alt.kosovo-relief.what.do.you.need (Usenet):
  • Beyond (upwind) of the scurry ground, about 100 yards away, tops, the very busy A12 trunk road. To the right of the scurry ground, "have a go" archery. And beyond that the flaming jellycopter.2001 May 7, Pete, “Re: Suffolk Game & Country Fair”, in uk.rec.shooting.game (Usenet):
1 more example
  • ooh you are oodles braver than I am....I am scaredy of jellycopters :-)2004 June 23, Tickettyboo, “Re: Gozo”, in uk.people.silversurfers (Usenet):

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