Robot (en. Robot)
/ro'bot/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
A mechanical device that can perform tasks automatically.
The assembly robot works in the factory.
El robot ensamblador trabaja en la fábrica.
A machine that simulates human behavior.
The humanoid robot can interact with people.
El robot humanoide puede interactuar con las personas.
Etymology
From Czech 'robota', which means 'forced labor'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
kitchen robot
An electric device used for cooking and preparing food.
robot de cocina
robotic vacuum cleaner
A device that automatically cleans floors.
robot aspirador
Related Words
robotics
Field of technology that deals with the design and construction of robots.
robótica
artificial intelligence
Simulation of human intelligence processes by machines.
inteligencia artificial
Slang Meanings
A person who follows orders mechanically.
Don't be a robot, express your opinion.
No seas un robot, expresa tu opinión.
Someone who shows no emotions.
You look like a robot, you need to relax.
Pareces un robot, necesitas relajarte.