androids
|an-droids|
B2
/ˈæn.drɔɪdz/
(android)
human-like robot
Etymology
Etymology Information
'android' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'androeidēs,' where 'andr-' meant 'man' and '-oid' meant 'form' or 'resembling.'
Historical Evolution
'androeidēs' was adopted into French as 'androïde,' and eventually became the modern English word 'android' through the 18th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having the form of a man,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a robot with a human appearance.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'android', meaning robots with a human appearance, especially those resembling a man.
The androids in the movie looked almost human.
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Last updated: 2025/08/04 04:21