hivemind
hivemind · hiveminds
A collection of minds somehow linked or unified, possibly as if by telepathyA collection of minds somehow linked or unified, possibly as if by telepathy.
/ˈhaɪv.maɪnd/
Meaning
3 sensesA collection of minds somehow linked or unified, possibly as if by telepathy.
(broadly, figuratively)Collective intelligence, especially when facilitated by communications technology.
(broadly, derogatory, figuratively)A group of people who uncritically share beliefs, behave very similarly or mindlessly follow orders.
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From hive + mind, originally applied to beehives. As a metaphor for collective intelligencFrom hive + mind, originally applied to beehives. As a metaphor for collective intelligence popularized in Out of Control (1992) by Kevin Kelly.
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