Definition and meaning of English word "robot"
robot
/ˈroʊbɒt/
Meaning
NounA machine, especially one programmable by a computer, capable of carrying out a complex series of actions automatically, especially one built to perform tasks usually done by a human.
How to use
The word 'robot' most commonly refers to a programmable machine that can carry out tasks automatically, especially in manufacturing and technology contexts (e.g. 'an industrial robot'). It comes from the Czech word 'robota' meaning 'forced labour', an older historical sense now rarely used. A common mistake is confusing 'robot' with 'android' (a robot built to resemble a human).
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robot
Example
The factory installed a modern robot to assemble electronic parts with high precision.
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Common phrases
- industrial robot— a robot used in manufacturing
- program a robot— to write instructions for a robot to follow
- robot arm— a mechanical arm used in a robot
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