Dalek

/ ˈdɑːlɛk /

noun

1. any of a set of fictional robot-like creations that are aggressive, mobile, and produce rasping staccato speech

Word History and Origins

Origin of Dalek¹

C20: from a children's television series, Dr Who

Example Sentences

From one corner of the room, a full-size replica Dalek watched over the scene.

From New York Times

They include a genus of wasp called Dalek, in celebration of the 60th anniversary of Doctor Who.

From BBC

One thought is the name Dalek was inspired by Welsh author Roald Dahl, who lived 100 yards away from Nation in Cardiff, who had released James and the Giant Peach in 1961.

From BBC

During a new short clip played midway through the televised appeal on Friday, actor Mawaan Rizwan is seen brainstorming a name for the newly-created Dalek before Tennant crashes into and breaks it with his Tardis.

From BBC

Rizwan responds: "Good word, Dalek. Yes, that's it."

From BBC