noun
Uncommon
borg
bawg
Borg (noun) means informal shorthand for "cyborg" — a being that is part human, part machine. Example: “In the show, the villains are cold, emotionless borgs bent on assimilation.”
noun
1
Informal shorthand for "cyborg" — a being that is part human, part machine.
"In the show, the villains are cold, emotionless borgs bent on assimilation."
How to use borg
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA shortened, casual way to say "cyborg."
When to use it
Popularized by science fiction, especially the Borg collective from Star Trek.
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Word forms
- Plural
- borgs
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In the show, the villains are cold, emotionless _____ bent on assimilation.
Etymology
A clipped form of "cyborg," itself a blend of "cybernetic" and "organism."
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “borg” mean?
The word “borg” means informal shorthand for "cyborg" — a being that is part human, part machine. In plain terms, a shortened, casual way to say "cyborg.".
How do you pronounce “borg”?
“Borg” is pronounced bawg (/bɔɹɡ/ in IPA).
How do you use “borg” in a sentence?
Here is “borg” used in a sentence: “In the show, the villains are cold, emotionless borgs bent on assimilation.”
What part of speech is “borg”?
“Borg” is a noun.
Is “borg” a common word?
“Borg” is an uncommon word in modern English.
