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Noun: humanoid  'hyoo-mu,noyd
  1. An automaton that resembles a human being
    "The robotics company unveiled their latest humanoid designed to assist in household tasks";
    - android, mechanical man
Adjective: humanoid  'hyoo-mu,noyd
  1. Having the appearance or characteristics of a human
    "The robot had a humanoid shape with two arms and legs"

Derived forms: humanoids

Type of: automaton, golem, robot

Encyclopedia: Humanoid