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servo

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˈsɜːrvoʊ/

KK: /ˈsɜrvoʊ/

noun
Definition

A device that uses feedback to control the position or speed of a mechanism, often found in robotics and automation.


Example

The robot's arm moved smoothly thanks to the precision of the servo.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever worked with a servo in your projects?
Sloth B
Yeah, I used one to control the angle of a robot arm.
Sloth A
That's cool! I heard servos are really useful for precise movements.
Sloth B
Absolutely! They make a big difference in accuracy.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
motor
mechanism
actuator
Antonyms
manual
nonmotor
static
Root Explanation

**Servo** → It originates from Latin *servare*, meaning to keep, preserve, or save. The word 'servo' refers to the act of preserving or maintaining something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'keeping' or 'preserving' something — that's what 'servo' means.

Visually Confused Words
sero
stero
serow
seron
sermo
serio
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