humanoid

[hyoo-muh-noid, yoo-]

adjective

1. having human characteristics or form; resembling human beings.

noun

1. a humanoid being.

   to search for humanoids in outer space.

humanoid

/ ˈhjuːməˌnɔɪd /

adjective

1. like a human being in appearance

noun

1. a being with human rather than anthropoid characteristics

2. (in science fiction) a robot or creature resembling a human being

Word History and Origins

Origin of humanoid¹

First recorded in 1915–20; human + -oid

Example Sentences

Manufacturing cobots are a far cry from the humanoid robots which have garnered so much attention of late.

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It is also using AI to train humanoid robots.

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Despite Tesla’s struggles, investors have remained optimistic that the company will regain its footing and eventually be bolstered by its self-driving robotaxi and humanoid robot ventures.

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Boss Elon Musk had previously promised a cheaper car but abandoned those plans last year to focus on robotaxis and humanoid robots.

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Venture investors have been pouring billions of dollars into humanoid robotics companies.

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