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headless

/hæd.lɛs/ adjective · British & US
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What does headless mean?

adjective

Having no head or a head that is not visible; lacking a head or a head that is not functioning. In computing, a headless system is one that is controlled remotely or by software, without a physical user interface.

Example

"The headless robot was controlled by a computer program."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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