robot

/'roubɔt/

Thân thiện

A small robot delivers a package to the front door.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A programmable machine capable of carrying out a complex series of actions automatically: A "robot" is a mechanical or virtual agent, often guided by a computer program or electronic circuitry, that can perform tasks autonomously or semi-autonomously.
   • A machine resembling a human and able to replicate certain human movements and functions automatically: This meaning emphasizes machines designed with a humanoid form or to perform tasks in a human-like manner.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The factory uses a robot to assemble cars. (The factory uses an automated machine to put cars together.)
  • Scientists are developing a robot that can assist with surgery. (Scientists are creating a machine that can help perform surgical operations.)
  • In the story, the robot learned to experience emotions. (In the narrative, the mechanical being developed the capacity to feel.)

Advanced Usage

• "to be on robot mode": to function automatically without thought or emotion, like a machine.

  • After working 12 hours straight, I was just on robot mode. (After a very long shift, I was functioning mechanically without conscious thought.)

• "robot-like" (adj): describing movements or behavior that are stiff, precise, and seemingly automatic.

  • His robot-like movements made the dance look unique. (His very mechanical and precise movements gave the dance a distinctive quality.)

Variants and Related Words

• Robotics (n): the branch of technology that deals with the design, construction, operation, and application of robots.

  • She studied robotics in university. (She took courses in the science of robots.)

• Robotic (adj):

  • Relating to or characteristic of robots.

    • The assembly line features robotic arms. (The production line uses mechanical arms like those of robots.)
  • Resembling a robot in appearance or manner; mechanically automatic.

    • He gave a robotic response, repeating the official statement. (He responded in a stiff, automatic way.)

Synonyms

• Automaton: A moving mechanical device made in imitation of a human being, or a person who acts in a mechanical or unemotional way.
• Android: (Specifically in science fiction) a robot with a human appearance.
• Machine: A device using mechanical power to perform a task.

Related Phrases

• Bot (n): A common abbreviation or short form, especially for a software application that runs automated tasks (e.g., a chatbot, internet bot).
  • The customer service chat is often handled by a bot. (The online help conversation is frequently managed by an automated program.)

Related Idioms

• To work like a robot: to work very hard, continuously, and without showing emotion or needing rest.
  • He worked like a robot to finish the project on time. (He worked in a tireless, mechanical way to complete the project by the deadline.)

Học thuật

Noun

1. a mechanism that can move automatically

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