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The result is a polished, expressive replica that not only captures the look of the iconic droid but also adds interactivity, reports Techeblog. Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 4 May 2026 Instead, Vader uses a torture droid that injects Leia with … something. Mike Ryan, IndieWire, 4 May 2026 Peli Motto Tatooine's quirkiest space mechanic is also its coolest, with a bunch of jittery repair droids and tons of warm personality. Brian Truitt, USA Today, 3 May 2026 The Empire leader sends out a recon droid, which meets an explosive end when Grogu uses the Force on it. Jordan Moreau, Variety, 16 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for droid

Word History

Etymology

by shortening

First Known Use

1952, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of droid was in 1952

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“Droid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/droid. Accessed 12 May. 2026.

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