automation
/ˌɔː.təˈmeɪ.ʃən/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: automations
Meaning · English
The act or process of converting the controlling of a machine or device to a more automatic system, such as computer or electronic controls.
Noun
Examples
With all the discussion of automation, one point seems to have been largely overlooked. In a number of fields, automatic controls do not merely cut costs. They also make possible production processes that otherwise could not be attempted.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “automation” mean?
The act or process of converting the controlling of a machine or device to a more automatic system, such as computer or electronic controls.
Is “automation” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.