spambot
noun/ˈspæmbɒt/
/ˈspæmbɑːt/
(computing)- an automated computer program that sends spam (= advertising material that is not wanted) to a large number of users, or posts spam on internet forums (= discussion groups)
- If you post your email address on the internet, it's a gift to spambots.
Word Origin1990s: from spam + botDefinitions on the go
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