NYT Dictionary

AUTOMATON

/ɔːˈtɒmətən/
Nounau-TOM-a-tonau-tom-a-ton · 4 syllablesGrade 9

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025

Meaning

A machine or robot designed to follow a precise sequence of instructions.

Etymology

Origin: Ancient Greek

From Ancient Greek αὐτόματον (autómaton), neuter of αὐτόματος (autómatos, “self moving, self willed”). Doublet of automat.

Synonyms & Antonyms

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NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles:

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