Meaning of the word uav in English

What does uav mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

uav

US /ˌjuː.eɪˈviː/
UK /ˌjuː.eɪˈviː/

Abbreviation

Unmanned Aerial Vehicle: an aircraft that does not have a human pilot and is controlled remotely or by onboard computers

Example:
The military uses UAVs for surveillance and reconnaissance.
A small commercial UAV was used to inspect the bridge.