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automation

/ɔtəmeɪʃən/

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the use of machines or software to perform tasks automatically

自动化

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Automation reduced the time needed to sort packages.
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自动化缩短了分拣包裹所需的时间。
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Pronunciation: /ɔtəmeɪʃən/

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