automaton
Translation
automaton, robot, mechanical person
Examples
The factory used an automaton for repetitive tasks.
The factory used an automaton for repetitive tasks.
He moved like an automaton, without any emotion.
He moved like an automaton, without any emotion.
Grammar Patterns
((an automaton)) an automaton The factory used an automaton for repetitive tasks.
Similar Words
Synonyms: robot, android, machine
Etymology
From Greek 'automatos' meaning 'acting of itself', from 'auto-' (self) + 'matos' (willing).
Memory Tips
Think of an 'auto-matic' person or machine that moves by itself.