Automation

[ɔːtə'meɪʃ(ə)n] or [,ɔtə'meʃən]

Definition

(noun.) the act of implementing the control of equipment with advanced technology; usually involving electronic hardware; 'automation replaces human workers by machines'.

(noun.) equipment used to achieve automatic control or operation; 'this factory floor is a showcase for automation and robotic equipment'.

(noun.) the condition of being automatically operated or controlled; 'automation increases productivity'.

Editor: Robert--From WordNet