1. the act of implementing the control of equipment with advanced technology; usually involving electronic hardware (Freq. 2) - automation replaces human workers by machines • Syn: mechanization, mechanisation • Derivationally related forms: mechanise (for: mechanisation), mechanize (for: mechanization), automate • Hypernyms: high technology, high tech • Hyponyms: computerization, cybernation 2. the condition of being automatically operated or controlled - automation increases productivity • Derivationally related forms: automate • Hypernyms: condition, status 3. equipment used to achieve automatic control or operation - this factory floor is a showcase for automation and robotic equipment • Hypernyms: equipment
