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robotically

|ro-bot-ic-al-ly|

B2

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/roʊˈbɑːtɪkli/

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/rəʊˈbɒtɪkli/

(robotic)

mechanical

Base FormAdverb
roboticrobotically
Etymology
Etymology Information

'robotically' originates from the word 'robotic,' which is derived from 'robot,' a term coined by Czech writer Karel Čapek in his 1920 play 'R.U.R.' (Rossum's Universal Robots), where 'robot' meant 'forced labor' or 'drudgery.'

Historical Evolution

'robot' changed from the Czech word 'robota' meaning 'forced labor' and eventually became the modern English word 'robot.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'forced labor,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a machine capable of carrying out complex actions automatically.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner that resembles or relates to a robot; mechanically or automatically.

She moved robotically through her daily routine.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35