hivemind

== English == === Alternative forms === hive mind === Etymology === From hive +‎ mind, originally applied to beehives. As a metaphor for collective intelligence popularized in Out of Control (1992) by Kevin Kelly. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈhaɪv.maɪnd/ === Noun === hivemind (plural hiveminds) (science fiction) A collection of minds somehow linked or unified, possibly as if by telepathy. Synonym: groupmind (by extension) Collective intelligence, especially when facilitated by communications technology. Synonym: swarm intelligence (derogatory) A group of people who uncritically share beliefs or mindlessly follow orders. Synonym: sheeple ==== Translations ==== === Further reading === hive mind on Wikipedia.Wikipedia group mind (science fiction) on Wikipedia.Wikipedia