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/bɑt/
🇬🇧
/bɒt/
automated program
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bot' originates from 'robot', specifically the word 'robot', where 'robota' meant 'forced labor' in Czech.
Historical Evolution
'robot' changed from the Czech word 'robota' and eventually became the modern English word 'robot', which was then shortened to 'bot'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'forced labor', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'automated program'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a computer program designed to perform automated tasks over the internet.
The bot automatically replies to customer inquiries.
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Last updated: 2025/01/21 22:12