UAV

American  

1. unmanned aircraft (or aerial) vehicle: an aircraft that can navigate without a human pilot on board; a drone.

   UAVs guided by GPS.

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UAV British  

abbreviation

1. unmanned aerial vehicle

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Etymology

Origin of UAV

First recorded in 1985–90

Example Sentences

“The security situation in Israel, including Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, is unpredictable, and U.S. citizens are reminded to remain vigilant and take appropriate steps to increase their security awareness as security incidents, including mortar and rocket fire and armed UAV intrusions and missiles, can take place without warning,” the Department of State website says.

From MarketWatch

The country has a history of corruption, the UAV market is crowded, and simply visiting to scout deals is arduous and potentially dangerous.

From The Wall Street Journal

"IDF troops, alongside the Israel Police, were dispatched to the area of Eilat after receiving a report of a UAV attack," the IDF said in a statement.

From BBC

"I'm excited to see this cutting-edge UAV technology take shape right here in Swindon," he added.

From BBC

In November, Elbit lost its largest arms contract, worth over $2.5 billion, after the Ministry of Defence scrapped a drone program with Elbit subsidiary UAV Tactical Systems.

From Slate