Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
android
noun
/ˈæn.drɔɪd/
Definition
A robot that resembles a human in appearance and behavior.
Examples
- The android was designed to assist humans in everyday tasks.
- Many smartphones today are powered by the Android operating system.
- In science fiction, androids often possess advanced intelligence.
Meaning
The term often refers to mobile devices running the Android operating system, but can also describe humanoid robots.
Synonyms
- Robot
- Humanoid
- Artificial being
