automata

Meanings

• A self-operating machine or system

  - "Example 1: A vending machine that automatically dispenses a product when payment is made."
  - "Example 2: An automatic door system that opens and closes doors without human intervention."

• An ancient Greek automaton that was said to represent Hephaestus, the god of fire and metalworking.

  - "Example: The Automaton of Hephaestus was a marvel of ancient Greek engineering. It was said to represent the god Hephaestus, who was the god of fire and metalworking. The automaton was said to have various functions, including pouring libations, hammering metal, and even walking. Despite the many claims made about the Automaton of Hephaestus, there is no definitive evidence that such a machine actually existed. Many scholars believe that the stories of the Automaton of Hephaestus were simply myths, created to illustrate the power and ingenuity of the ancient Greeks."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with automata
automobile , automatic , automobile , automaton

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Homophones

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1. automata
   

2. automa
   

3. automate
   

4. automaton
   

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Variants

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automata , automaton , automatons

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Forms

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singular: automaton; plural: automata

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Etymology

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The word 'automata' comes from the Greek word 'automatos', which means 'self-moving' or 'self-operating'. The ancient Greeks used the term 'automata' to describe machines or systems that were capable of operating independently, without the need for human intervention.

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Related Concepts

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1. cybernetics: The interdisciplinary study of the control and communication of systems, living or mechanical.

2. robotics: The branch of technology that deals with the design, construction, and operation of robots, which are usually autonomous, reprogrammable, and capable of carrying out a complex series of actions, typically with high precision, speed, and dexterity.

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Culture

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The concept of automata has been a fascinating subject of human curiosity and creativity throughout history. From ancient Greece and Rome, where the first known automata were created, to the modern era, where automata have been used in various fields such as science, engineering, art, and entertainment.

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