automating
|au-to-mat-ing|
B2
/ˈɔːtəˌmeɪtɪŋ/
(automate)
self-operating
Etymology
Etymology Information
'automate' originates from the Greek word 'automatos', where 'auto-' meant 'self' and 'matos' meant 'moving'.
Historical Evolution
'automatos' transformed into the English word 'automate' through the influence of modern technological advancements.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to move by itself', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to make a process operate automatically'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'automate'.
The company is automating its production line to increase efficiency.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45