Robot

/ˈroʊ.bɒt/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A machine capable of carrying out a complex series of actions automatically, especially one programmable by a computer.
The factory uses a robot to assemble the components of the cars.
A person who behaves in a mechanical or unemotional way.
He is such a robot at work, never showing any feelings or emotions.
An autonomous or semi-autonomous machine that is programmed to perform tasks.
The lawn care robot mows the grass on its own.
A virtual agent that operates online or in software applications.
The customer service platform employs a chatbot, which is a type of robot, to assist users.
In science fiction, a synthetic being or android designed to resemble a human.
In the movie, the hero falls in love with a robot designed to look like a human.

Etymology

From the Czech word 'robota' meaning 'forced labor' or 'drudgery'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

robot revolution:
A significant change brought about by the increasing use of robots in industry and society.
robotics:
The branch of technology that deals with the design, construction, operation, and application of robots.
robotic process automation:
The use of software to automate repetitive tasks traditionally performed by humans.

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Slang Meanings

A term used to refer to someone who is overly mechanical or unemotional.
Stop being such a robot and show some feelings!
A player in a game who follows commands without thinking, acting like a programmed machine.
He plays like a robot, just following the same moves every time.