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- US Pronunciation
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- [aw-tom-uh-tuh]
- /ɔˈtɒm ə tə/
- /ɔːˈtɒm.ə.tən/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [aw-tom-uh-tuh]
- /ɔˈtɒm ə tə/
Definitions of automata word
- abbreviation AUTOMATA automaton 3
- noun automata a plural of automaton. 1
- noun plural automata a mechanical figure or contrivance constructed to act as if by its own motive power; robot. 1
- noun plural automata a person or animal that acts in a monotonous, routine manner, without active intelligence. 1
- noun plural automata something capable of acting automatically or without an external motive force. 1
- noun automata Plural form of automaton. 1
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Origin of automata
First appearance:
before 1605 One of the 40% oldest English words
1605-15; < Latin: automatic device < Greek, noun use of neuter of autómatos spontaneous, acting without human agency, equivalent to auto- auto-1 + -matos, adj. derivative from base of memonénai to intend, ménos might, force
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Parts of speech for Automata
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automata popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 80% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for automata
noun automata
- apparatus — The apparatus of an organization or system is its structure and method of operation.
- automobile — An automobile is a car.
- tool — an implement, especially one held in the hand, as a hammer, saw, or file, for performing or facilitating mechanical operations.
- appliance — An appliance is a device or machine in your home that you use to do a job such as cleaning or cooking. Appliances are often electrical.
- instrument — a mechanical tool or implement, especially one used for delicate or precision work: surgical instruments.
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