robotic
|ro-bot-ic|
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/roʊˈbɑːtɪk/
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/rəʊˈbɒtɪk/
mechanical
Etymology
Etymology Information
'robotic' originates from the word 'robot,' which comes from the Czech word 'robota,' meaning 'forced labor.'
Historical Evolution
'robot' was introduced into English by Karel Čapek in his 1920 play 'R.U.R.' (Rossum's Universal Robots), and 'robotic' evolved as an adjective form.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to mechanical beings, but now it also describes anything automated or mechanical in nature.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characteristic of a robot.
The factory uses robotic arms to assemble cars.
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Adjective 2
lacking human emotion or warmth; mechanical.
His speech was robotic and lacked any passion.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35