helicopter bucket

English

Noun

helicopter bucket (plural helicopter buckets)

  1. A bucket, often collapsible, which is suspended from a helicopter performing firefighting operations and is used for lifting and dumping water or fire retardant chemicals.
    Synonyms: Bambi bucket, helibucket, monsoon bucket

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