Dalek
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Noun — One of the robotic mutant villains from the British television series Doctor Who, known for their metallic casings, grating voices, and single-minded drive to "exterminate."
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Etymology
Invented in 1963 by writer Terry Nation for Doctor Who; the exact inspiration is disputed, but it echoes the name of the Daleks' fictional predecessor race in the show.
Full origin of Dalek →Frequently asked questions
What does “Dalek” mean?
The word “Dalek” means one of the robotic mutant villains from the British television series Doctor Who, known for their metallic casings, grating voices, and single-minded drive to "exterminate.". In plain terms, the classic pepper-pot-shaped robot villains of Doctor Who, or an insult for someone acting coldly ruthless.
How do you pronounce “Dalek”?
“Dalek” is pronounced DAH-lehk (/ˈdɑːlɛk/ in IPA).
How do you use “Dalek” in a sentence?
Here is “Dalek” used in a sentence: “The Daleks rolled down the corridor, screeching their catchphrase.”
What part of speech is “Dalek”?
“Dalek” is a noun.
Where does the word “Dalek” come from?
The word “Dalek” dates back to around 1963. Invented in 1963 by writer Terry Nation for Doctor Who; the exact inspiration is disputed, but it echoes the name of the Daleks' fictional predecessor race in the show.
How many meanings does “Dalek” have?
“Dalek” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: one of the robotic mutant villains from the British television series Doctor Who, known for their metallic casings, grating voices, and single-minded drive to "exterminate.".
