automat — meaning in English

English meaning

• automaton noun A mechanical device built to carry out a fixed set of movements or instructions on its own.
• kiosk noun A small stall or booth, often open on one side, used to sell newspapers, snacks, tickets, or similar small items.

Senses

automat is used for these senses in English:

• kiosk A similar unattended stand for the automatic dispensing of tickets, etc; an e-kiosk.
• vending machine An automatic machine that dispenses merchandise (often food or beverages) in return for payment (originally coins; now also often paper money, credit cards, and wirelessly via digital payment apps).

automaton — full definition

1. noun A mechanical device built to carry out a fixed set of movements or instructions on its own.
2. noun A person who behaves in a dull, mechanical way, as if acting without feeling or thought.

kiosk — full definition

1. noun A small stall or booth, often open on one side, used to sell newspapers, snacks, tickets, or similar small items.
2. noun A freestanding, unstaffed machine used for tasks like buying tickets or checking in.

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