Humanoid
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhjuːmənɔɪd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Humanoid is an adjective meaning A being having the appearance or characteristics of a human.
Meaning
A being having the appearance or characteristics of a human.
More Meanings
- Having the appearance or characteristics of a human; being anthropomorphic under some criteria (physical, mental, genetical, ethological, ethical etc.).
Example Sentences
Lowering prices for humanoids would mark a major step to their eventual commercialization and wider adoption.
About 56% of the humanoid robot supply chain companies are based in China, according to a Morgan Stanley research report last month.
That's how I came to be down there, Captain, pursuing the devil's own spawn, a thing I've chased across the universe. He's humanoid outside, but inside, he's a hideous, murdering monster. I'll get him, Captain. I swear it.
Word Forms
- humanoids
Synonyms for humanoid
Depending on context, synonyms include anthropoid, humaniform, android.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include android, anthropomorphic, manlike, anthropomorphical, anthropomorphous, anthropomorphistic.
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