automatic

1. ADJ An automatic machine or device is one that has controls that enable it to perform a task without needing to be constantly operated by a person. Automatic methods and processes involve the use of such machines. (機器或裝置) 自動的

Modern trains have automatic doors. 現代火車都有自動門。

2. ADJ An automatic weapon is one that keeps firing shots until you stop pulling the trigger. (武器) 自動的[ADJ n]

Three gunmen with automatic rifles opened fire. 3名手持自動步槍的歹徒開了火。

3. N-COUNT Automatic is also a noun. 自動槍

He drew his automatic and began running in the direction of the sounds. 他拔出自動槍，朝發出聲音的方曏跑去。

4. ADJ An automatic action is one that you do without thinking about it. (行動) 無意識的

All of the automatic body functions, even breathing, are affected. 所有無意識的身躰功能，甚至呼吸，都受到影響。

5. automaticallyADV 無意識地

You will automatically wake up after this length of time. 你將在這段時間之後自然醒來。

6. N-COUNT An automatic is a car in which the gears change automatically as the car's speed increases or decreases. 自動換档汽車