noun Uncommon

robotics

roh-BOT-ihks

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Robotics (noun) means the branch of engineering and science concerned with designing, building, and programming robots. Example: “She studies robotics at university, focusing on robotic arms used in surgery.”

noun

The branch of engineering and science concerned with designing, building, and programming robots.

"She studies robotics at university, focusing on robotic arms used in surgery."

How to use robotics

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In plain EnglishThe field of study and industry built around designing and building robots.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

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Etymology

Coined by Isaac Asimov in 1941, modeling the word on other science names like "physics" and "mechanics."

· First attested 1941

Class of 1941 robotics joined the language around 1941.

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Rhymes for robotics

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Frequently asked questions

What does “robotics” mean?

The word “robotics” means the branch of engineering and science concerned with designing, building, and programming robots. In plain terms, the field of study and industry built around designing and building robots.

How do you pronounce “robotics”?

“Robotics” is pronounced roh-BOT-ihks (/ɹoʊˈbɑ.tɪks/ in IPA).

How do you use “robotics” in a sentence?

Here is “robotics” used in a sentence: “She studies robotics at university, focusing on robotic arms used in surgery.”

What part of speech is “robotics”?

“Robotics” is a noun.

Where does the word “robotics” come from?

The word “robotics” dates back to around 1941. Coined by Isaac Asimov in 1941, modeling the word on other science names like "physics" and "mechanics.".

Is “robotics” a common word?

“Robotics” is an uncommon word in modern English.