limited-hoursrobot

noun

UK /ˈlɪmɪtɪd ˈaʊəz ˈrəʊbɒt/

US /ˈlɪmɪtɪd ˈaʊərz ˈroʊbɑːt/

A robot that only works for a short time each day.

The limited-hoursrobot helps clean the floors from nine to noon.

SYNONYMS

part-time robot short-shift robot scheduled robot restricted-time robot

RELATED WORDS

timer schedule battery shift automation

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A robot that can only be used during set opening times.

The museum's limited-hoursrobot greets visitors only on weekends.

3. A machine helper that stops working when its time limit is up.

The limited-hoursrobot switched off after two hours of play.

4. A robot with a daily work quota that ends early.

Our limited-hoursrobot finishes its tasks before lunch.