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Rossum

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Name — A surname of Dutch or Czech origin, notably used in the play "R.U.R." by Karel Čapek, which introduced the word "robot."

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Etymology

Popularized by Karel Čapek's 1920 play "R.U.R." (Rossum's Universal Robots).

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Rossum” mean?

The word “Rossum” means a surname of Dutch or Czech origin, notably used in the play "R.U.R." by Karel Čapek, which introduced the word "robot.".

How do you use “Rossum” in a sentence?

Here is “Rossum” used in a sentence: “Rossum's Universal Robots is credited with popularizing the term robot.”

What part of speech is “Rossum”?

“Rossum” is a name.

Where does the word “Rossum” come from?

The word “Rossum” dates back to around 1920. Popularized by Karel Čapek's 1920 play "R.U.R." (Rossum's Universal Robots).

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