alexas
|a-lex-as|
B1
/əˈlɛksəs/
(alexa)
virtual assistant
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alexa' originates from the name 'Alexandra', which is of Greek origin, meaning 'defender of mankind'.
Historical Evolution
'Alexandra' was shortened to 'Alexa' for ease of use in modern technology, eventually becoming the name of Amazon's virtual assistant.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'Alexa' was a personal name, but it evolved into a brand name for Amazon's virtual assistant.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'alexa', typically referring to multiple devices or instances of the virtual assistant developed by Amazon.
I have several alexas in my house to control different rooms.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/18 23:21