Definition

A person who has both biological and artificial parts, often enhanced with technology.

Example

In the movie, the main character is a cyborg with advanced robotic limbs.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about what it would be like to be a cyborg?

Yeah, it sounds pretty cool to have enhancements like that.

I wonder if they would still feel human after becoming a cyborg.

That's an interesting question — it must be a mix of technology and humanity.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cyborg is formed from "cybernetic" (from Greek "kybernetes", meaning steersman or governor) and "organism" (from Greek "organon", meaning tool or instrument). The term describes a being that combines both biological and mechanical elements, functioning as a steersman of its own existence through technology.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'steersman' ('kybernetes') controlling a 'tool' ('organon') — a cyborg is a being that steers its own life with the help of technology.

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