Phrase Hound found 37 phrases and 18 compound words that contain automatic. The most common are listed below. Open automatic in the live search for definitions, filters, and the full list.
Phrases 37
- automatic transmissionA vehicle transmission which shifts gears automatically in response to vehicle speed and/or load, and does not require any driver input to manually change gears under normal driving conditions; an automatic gearbox.
- fully-automaticCompletely automatic.
- Automatic bids
- semi-automaticPartially automatic.
- automatic doorA door that senses the approach of a person (by sensors or pressure pads etc.) and opens automatically, usually by sliding sideways.
- automatic writingA form of writing claimed not to come from the conscious thoughts of the writer, sometimes performed in a trance.
- automatic rifleA rifle that loads itself either from a belt or magazine; a machine gun.
- automatic pilotautopilot
- automatic differentiationExact differentiation of functions represented in program code by inspecting the code (as opposed to mere evaluation) and repeated application of the chain rule.
- automatic train controlA train protection system that involves a speed control mechanism in response to external inputs. For example, a system could effect an emergency brake application if the driver does not react to a signal at danger.
- non-automaticAlternative form of nonautomatic: Not automatic.
- automatic tellerEllipsis of automatic teller machine.
- automatic distance controlTechnologies that use radar, infrared and image processing to allow for a decentralized recording of the environment around a vehicle.
- automatic writingsplural of automatic writing: A form of writing claimed not to come from the conscious thoughts of the writer, sometimes performed in a trance.
- automatic pencilSynonym of mechanical pencil: A writing instrument with a replaceable, mechanically extendable graphite lead that eliminates the need for sharpening.
- automatic pencilsplural of automatic pencil: A writing instrument with a replaceable, mechanically extendable graphite lead that eliminates the need for sharpening.
- automatic transmissionsplural of automatic transmission: A vehicle transmission which shifts gears automatically in response to vehicle speed and/or load, and does not require any driver input to manually change gears under normal driving conditions; an …
- automatic riflesplural of automatic rifle: A rifle that loads itself either from a belt or magazine; a machine gun.
- automatic data processing machineA computer.
- automatic teller machineSynonym of automated teller machine: A device that provides bank customers with cash withdrawal and other services without the need for a human teller.
- automatic teller machinesplural of automatic teller machine: A device that provides bank customers with cash withdrawal and other services without the need for a human teller.
- automatic leveling systemA suspension system that automatically adjusts front and rear ride heights to compensate for changes in axle load.
- automatic doorsplural of automatic door: A door that senses the approach of a person (by sensors or pressure pads etc.) and opens automatically, usually by sliding sideways.
- semi-automatic transmissionA multi-speed motor vehicle transmission where part of its operation is automated (typically the clutch actuation; partially automated) but the driver's input is still required to manually operate a gearshift and to change gear by …
- fully automatic timeA form of race timing in which the clock is automatically activated by the starting device, and the finish time is either automatically recorded, or timed by analysis of a photo finish.
Compound words 18
- automationThe act or process of converting the controlling of a machine or device to a more automatic system, such as computer or electronic controls.
- automagicalAutomatic, but with an apparent element of magic. Commonly referring to complex technical processes hidden from the view of users or operators, resulting in technology that "just works".
- InstamaticA kind of inexpensive point-and-shoot camera.
- automagicA process carried out automatically in such a clever way that the result appears to be magic.
- recipromaticHaving an automatic adjustment of the position.
- pseudoautomaticApparently, but not actually, automatic.
- superautomaticHaving automatic features to grind the coffee, tamp it, and extract the espresso shot.
- automaticnessQuality of being automatic.
- biautomaticHaving two multiplier automata
- manumaticDescribing any of several forms of motor car transmission that have both manual and automatic features.