automaton

Meanings

• noun

  A self-operating machine or mechanical device designed to perform a complex series of tasks with high precision and efficiency.

  - "The factory produced automatons to assemble the cars."
  - "The chess-playing automaton defeated the grandmaster."

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Pronunciation

1. /ɔːˈtɒmətən/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with automaton
tomato , anatomical

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Variants

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automata , automaton , automatons

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Etymology

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Derived from the Greek word 'automatos', meaning self-moving.

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Trivia

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1. The first programmable automaton was built by Charles Xavier in the late 17th century.

2. Automatons were a common theme in the works of Leonardo da Vinci and Rube Goldberg.

3. The term 'automaton' is also used to describe individuals who behave in a mechanical or lifeless manner.

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Related Concepts

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1. Robot: Automatons are a type of robot, which are programmable machines designed to perform tasks autonomously or semi-autonomously.

2. Artificial Intelligence: Automatons can be programmed to exhibit intelligent behavior, making them a component of artificial intelligence systems.

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Culture

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Automatons have been a popular theme in science fiction and fantasy, often representing advanced technology or artificial intelligence. They have also appeared in various forms of art and literature, such as Leonardo da Vinci's designs for self-propelled machines and Pinocchio's journey to become a real boy.

How to Memorize "automaton"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a machine that can perform tasks without human intervention.
   - Visualize gears and cogs working together to create motion.
   - Think of a robot as a type of automaton.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'automaton' with machines or robots.
   - Remember that automatons are self-operating devices.
   - Think of precision and efficiency when you hear the word 'automaton'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each word: 'A Machine Makes It Operate Newly Technology'

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