"robomoderator" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: robomoderators [plural]
Etymology: From robo- + moderator. Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|robo|moderator}} robo- + moderator Head templates: {{en-noun}} robomoderator (plural robomoderators)
  1. (computing) A robotic moderator (of a discussion forum, etc.). Related terms: robomoderate, robomoderation, automoderator

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