Entity: DRONE
A drone can refer to a male bee or an uncrewed aircraft controlled remotely. It can also describe an individual who lacks self-expression and critical thinking.
DRONE
Etymology
The term 'drone' originates from Old English 'drān' and is related to various meanings in different languages such as noise in Greek.
Definition
A drone can refer to a stingless male bee responsible for mating with the queen or an uncrewed aircraft or vessel guided by remote control or onboard computers. It can also describe an individual lacking self-expression and critical thinking.
Historical Context
Drones have evolved from being male bees in a hive to sophisticated unmanned aerial vehicles used for various purposes such as photography, delivery, and mining.
Cultural Significance
In modern culture, the term 'drone' can have negative connotations, describing individuals who conform to mainstream media and lack independent thinking.
Related Concepts
Other related concepts include unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), remote-controlled aircraft, and non-player characters in gaming.
See Also
A drone is a term that can describe a male bee, an uncrewed aircraft controlled remotely, or an individual who lacks self-expression and critical thinking.