Meaning of automated in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈɔdəˌmeɪdəd/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    automated

    Definitions

    1. operated by automation

    Examples

    • « an automated stoker »

    Synonyms

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