Meaning of the word robot in English

What does robot mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

robot

US /ˈroʊ.bɑːt/

UK /ˈrəʊ.bɒt/

a machine capable of carrying out a complex series of actions automatically, especially one programmable by a computer.

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The factory uses robots to assemble cars.

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Scientists are developing new types of service robots.

Synonym:

automaton android bot

a person who acts in a mechanical, routine, or insensitive manner.

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He works like a robot, never showing any emotion.

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She felt like a robot, just following orders without thinking.

Synonym:

automaton drone machine

Related Word:

robotics robotic robotically