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DefinitionA drone (ドローン) is an unmanned aircraft that flies by remote control or automatic control with no one on board.
ExplanationIt carries cameras and sensors and can fly a set route on its own while tracking its position by GPS. Because it can quickly survey wide areas and high places that are hard for people to reach, it is used in many fields, including farming, logistics and equipment inspection.
AnalogyEyes and hands that need no ladder or scaffolding, flying anywhere to take a look from above.
Memory hookIn English a drone is a male bee, and the word also means a low humming sound. Picture the buzzing aircraft and the name sticks.