automatic reply
nounUK /ˌɔːtəˈmætɪk rɪˈplaɪ/
US /ˌɔːtəˈmætɪk rɪˈplaɪ/
A message a computer sends back right away when someone writes to you.
When I emailed the shop, I got an automatic reply saying it was closed.
RELATED WORDS
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A feature in email programs that answers messages for you.
She turned on the automatic reply before her holiday.
3. A quick answer given without thinking.
His automatic reply was 'yes' before he even heard the question.
4. A standard answer a company sends to everyone.
The help desk uses an automatic reply to share its opening hours.