golem

• Nom désignant une créature artificielle de forme humaine issue du folklore juif, animée par des moyens surnaturels, ou par extension une machine ou un mécanisme capable de se mouvoir automatiquement.

A noun referring to an artificially created human being from Jewish folklore, brought to life through supernatural means, or a mechanism that can move automatically.

1. Artificial being in folkloreC1formal

   A creature from Jewish folklore, made from inanimate matter like clay, brought to life through mystical or supernatural means.

   Golem (créature du folklore juif)

   • The legend of the Golem of Prague is a famous story.
   • In the tale, the rabbi created a golem to protect the community.
   • The golem was said to follow its master's commands without question.

2. Automaton or robotC1formal

   A machine or mechanism that can move or operate automatically, often resembling a human.

   Automate humanoïde

   • The factory used a golem-like robot for assembly tasks.
   • Early automata were considered golems of their time.
   • The golem in the story was a precursor to modern robots.

   Synonymesandroidautomatonmechanical manrobot