automation

Definition

  • n. the act of implementing the control of equipment with advanced technology; usually involving electronic hardware
  • n. the condition of being automatically operated or controlled
  • n. equipment used to achieve automatic control or operation

Word forms

Plural
automations

Example sentences

  1. n.

    The factory implemented automation to increase production efficiency.

  2. n.

    Automation in programming can help reduce human error during software development.