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

Investors are currently prioritizing Tesla’s AI ventures, such as robo-taxis and humanoid robots, over its automotive sales.

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Would you like to have a humanoid robot to help with household chores?

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Investors are currently prioritizing Tesla’s AI ventures, such as robotaxis and humanoid robots, over its automotive sales.

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But he cites Elon Musk's Optimus humanoid robot, which served drinks and mingled at a Tesla event last year, as a sign that - like it or not - the robots are coming.

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Armies of humanoid robots are poised to march into the world’s factories.

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