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robot

Definition

  • noun: a real or imaginary machine that is controlled by a computer and is often made to look like a human or animal
  • noun: a machine that looks like a human being and performs various complex acts (as walking or talking) of a human being
  • sometimes used figuratively to describe a person who seems to do things automatically or who seems to have no feelings or emotions

Examples

  • A 'robotic' arm is used to mix the chemicals.

  • He answered their questions 'robotically'.

  • He answered the questions like a 'robot'.

Movie quotes

  • (..) You miserable bastard! l never should have pushed you out. l was in labour for days, and this is how you repay me? l should've gotten a robot. Come on, Ma. l should be there, not you. l need a tan. l need a cocktail. Get the case in. (..)
    1997 The Fifth Element
  • (..) by creating a little destruction, l'm encouraging life. You and l are in the same business. Cheers! Where is the robot to pat you on the back? Or the engineers? Or their children? Now, your so-called power counts for nothing. (..)
    1997 The Fifth Element