automating

[aw-tuh-meyt]

au·to·mate

[aw-tuh-meyt] verb, au·to·mat·ed, au·to·mat·ing.
verb (used with object)
1.
to apply the principles of automation to (a mechanical process, industry, office, etc.).
2.
to operate or control by automation.
3.
to displace or make obsolete by automation (often followed by out): The unskilled jobs are going to be automated out.
verb (used without object)
4.
to install automatic procedures, as for manufacturing or servicing; follow or utilize the principles of automation: Many banks have begun to automate.

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Automating is always a great word to know.
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an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance.
a screen or mat covered with a dark material for shielding a camera lens from excess light or glare.

Origin:
1950–55; back formation from automation

au·to·mat·a·ble, adjective
de-au·to·mate, verb, de-au·to·mat·ed, de-au·to·mat·ing.
non·au·to·mat·ed, adjective
un·au·to·mat·ed, adjective
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