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

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 notes

In plain EnglishA shortened, casual way to say "cyborg."

When to use it

Popularized by science fiction, especially the Borg collective from Star Trek.

Word forms

Borged past tense, borgs plural, Borgs plural, Borgs plural, Borg plural, Borgs singular

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Etymology

A clipped form of "cyborg," itself a blend of "cybernetic" and "organism."

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.