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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

(..) We're making a fort. - That was probably for the best, cause I like you, Columbus, but my sister and I are going to do whatever it takes to survive so.. - You are like a giant cock-blocking robot, developed in a secret fucking government lab. - I can't believe I almost kissed him. What's our rule? (..)
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