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| 1. | [ noun ] (work) the act of implementing the control of equipment with advanced technology; usually involving electronic hardware | |
| Synonyms: | mechanisation high_technology high-tech mechanization | |
| Examples: | "automation replaces human workers by machines" |
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| Related terms: | condition technology implementation computerization mechanize mechanize | |
| 2. | [ noun ] the condition of being automatically operated or controlled | |
| Examples: | "automation increases productivity" |
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| Related terms: | condition automatize | |
| 3. | [ noun ] equipment used to achieve automatic control or operation | |
| Examples: | "this factory floor is a showcase for automation and robotic equipment" |
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| Related terms: | equipment | |
| Similar spelling: |
automaton automat automatic automatize automatism automatise automatonlike automate automated automatically audiometric automotive audiometry audiometer |
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