robot

Meanings

• noun

  A machine—often programmable by a computer—capable of carrying out a complex series of actions automatically.

  - "The factory produces robots that assemble cars."
  - "Robots are often used in dangerous environments, such as in space or underwater."

• noun

  A person or organization that performs a task or function automatically, as if by rote.

  - "The accounting department is a robot when it comes to balancing the books."
  - "The politician gave a robotic response to every question."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈɹoʊbət/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈɹoʊbɑt/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with robot
gobot , nobot , mobot

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Variants

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robot , robotism , robotisms , robots

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Etymology

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Derived from the Czech word 'robota,' meaning forced labor.

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Trivia

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1. The first industrial robot was Unimate, developed in 1961.

2. The term 'robot' was popularized by Karel Čapek's 1920 play 'R.U.R.' (Rossum's Universal Robots).

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Related Concepts

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1. Artificial Intelligence: Robots often employ artificial intelligence to perform complex tasks and make decisions based on data.

2. Automation: Robots are a form of automation, designed to perform tasks without human intervention.

3. Cybernetics: The study of robots and automated systems, particularly those that can be controlled or communicate information.

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Culture

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Robots have been a popular subject in science fiction since the late 19th and early 20th centuries. They have been depicted as servants, protectors, and even enemies. Robots have been used as a metaphor for artificial intelligence, automation, and the potential impact on employment.

How to Memorize "robot"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a humanoid robot with glowing red eyes and metallic skin. Picture it performing tasks such as welding or assembling parts.

2. associate
   

   - Think of the term 'robot' as a synonym for 'machine' or 'automaton'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember R-O-B-O-T stands for 'Relentless Operational Bots Operating Today'.

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