humanoid

American  

[hyoo-muh-noid, yoo-] / ˈhyu məˌnɔɪd, ˈyu- /

adjective

1. having human characteristics or form; resembling human beings.

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noun

1. a humanoid being.

   to search for humanoids in outer space.

humanoid British  

/ ˈhjuːməˌnɔɪd /

adjective

1. like a human being in appearance

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noun

1. a being with human rather than anthropoid characteristics

2. (in science fiction) a robot or creature resembling a human being

Etymology

Origin of humanoid

First recorded in 1915–20; human + -oid

Example Sentences

Tesla also plans to unveil the third generation of its humanoid robot, Optimus, in the coming weeks.

From Barron's

Meanwhile, humanoid robots’ “brains” will rise in importance in 2026, as model capability becomes the key differentiator, they say.

From The Wall Street Journal

"Imagine a humanoid educator named Plato. Access to the classical studies is now instantaneous," she said.

From Barron's

“We provide an overview of the major components of humanoid robots and key players in the supply chain as investors await the technology’s iPhone moment.”

From Barron's

Tesla also plans to unveil a new generation of its humanoid robot, Optimus, in the coming weeks.

From Barron's