uncrewed

[uhn-krood]

adjective

1. (especially of an aircraft, ship, or spacecraft) without the physical presence of a person or people in control.

Word History and Origins

Origin of uncrewed¹

First recorded in 1950–55; un- ¹ ( def. ) + crewed ( def. )

Example Sentences

The first Artemis mission lasted 25 days and saw the launch of an uncrewed spacecraft in November 2022.

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The review said "uncrewed and autonomous systems" could be used within the UK's conventional forces within the next five years.

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For its part, Boeing maintained that its own capsule was safe to use - and was proven right when the craft returned, uncrewed, in September 2024.

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It is unlikely this exact aircraft will be produced in large numbers, but experts say all countries are exploring uncrewed aircraft urgently.

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Thursday's uncrewed launch was Starship's seventh test mission, and the first involving a taller, upgraded version of the rocket.

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