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automata

/ɔːtəˈmeɪtə/ noun · British & US
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What does automata mean?

noun

A machine or device that can perform a complex series of actions automatically, especially one that can make decisions or learn from experience. In mathematics and computer science, a theoretical model of a machine that can perform a sequence of operations.

Example

"The robot was an example of advanced automata, capable of navigating complex environments."

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