Automaton (noun)

A machine or mechanism that operates automatically, without the need for human intervention.

Origin:

From greek automatos, meaning 'acting of one's own will'.

Examples:

1. The automaton was designed to perform repetitive tasks with high accuracy and efficiency.
2. The factory was filled with a maze of automatons, churning out products at a dizzying pace.
3. The automaton was so advanced that it could even perform delicate tasks, such as assembling tiny electronic components.
4. The automaton was programmed to follow a set of rules and make decisions based on its inputs.
5. The artist built a series of automatons that performed whimsical and entertaining acts, delighting audiences around the world.