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automat

Automat (noun) means a vending machine for food.

noun
1
A vending machine for food.
2
A cafeteria consisting of vending machines.
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Etymology

Borrowed from German Automat, as the system was originally developed in Germany in the late 19th c. Doublet of automaton.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of automat?

"automat" (noun) means a vending machine for food.

What are the different meanings of automat?

"automat" has 2 main meanings: 1. A vending machine for food; 2. A cafeteria consisting of vending machines.

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