automatic
01
自动的
(of devices or processes) being or working with little or no human involvement
例子
The garage door has an automatic opener, so you can open it with just the push of a button.
车库门有一个自动开启器，所以你只需按一下按钮就可以打开它。
The washing machine has an automatic cycle that starts and stops on its own, making laundry chores easier.
洗衣机有一个自动循环，可以自己启动和停止，使洗衣工作更容易。
02
自动的, 机械的
resembling the unthinking functioning of a machine
03
自动的, 无意识的
without volition or conscious control
Automatic
01
自动机枪, 轻机枪
light machine gun
02
自动手枪, 冲锋枪
a pistol that will keep firing until the ammunition is gone or the trigger is released
03
自动, 自动挡汽车
a vehicle that changes gears automatically without manual intervention
例子
He prefers driving an automatic because it's easier in heavy traffic.
他更喜欢驾驶自动挡，因为在交通拥堵时更容易。
The rental company offered both manual and automatic options for the customers.
租赁公司为客户提供了手动和自动两种选择。
