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1. The act of implementing the control of equipment with advanced technology; usually involving electronic hardware
   "automation replaces human workers by machines"
   - mechanization, mechanisation [Brit]
    
2. The condition of being automatically operated or controlled
   "automation increases productivity"
    
3. Equipment used to achieve automatic control or operation
   "this factory floor is a showcase for automation and robotic equipment"

Derived forms: automations

See also: automate

Type of: condition, equipment, high tech, high technology, status

Encyclopedia: Automation