noun
- the use of machines or computers to do work that was previously done by people
- the state of operating automatically without human control
Examples
- Factory automation has increased production efficiency.
- The automation of customer service through chatbots is becoming common.
- Many jobs have been lost due to automation in manufacturing.
- Home automation systems can control lights and temperature remotely.
- The company invested heavily in automation to reduce labor costs.
- Automation in agriculture has revolutionized farming practices.
- The automation of data entry eliminated many clerical positions.