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Syllabification: (bot)
Pronunciation: /bät/

Definition of bot

noun

  • (chiefly in science fiction) a robot.
  • Computing an autonomous program on a network (especially the Internet) that can interact with computer systems or users, especially one designed to respond or behave like a player in an adventure game.

Origin:

1960s: shortening of robot

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