Mechanization
Noun
Definition: The introduction of machines or automatic devices into a process, activity, or place.
Synonyms: Automation, Mechanisation
Antonyms: Manual labor, Handwork
- The mechanization of the textile industry led to increased productivity.
- With the mechanization of agriculture, farmers were able to cultivate larger areas of land.
- Imagine a machine taking over a manual task, symbolizing mechanization.
Etymology:
The word "mechanization" originated from the verb "mechanize," which comes from the French word "mécaniser" and ultimately from the Greek word "mekhanikos," meaning "pertaining to machines or mechanics."
Historical Usage:The concept of mechanization became prominent during the Industrial Revolution in the late 18th and early 19th centuries when manual labor was replaced by machines in various industries.
Related Idioms:
"Embrace mechanization"
Explanation:Advocate for or adopt the use of machines and automation in a given process or activity.
Misconceptions:
Equating mechanization with computerization or digitalization.
Explanation:Mechanization specifically refers to the introduction of machines and automatic devices, while computerization and digitalization involve the use of computers and technology for various purposes.