"Webster's 24th-Century Dict--" Data stops himself, realizing that the words might be confusing to his companion. He corrects himself, using a simpler generalization. "Where I come from, an android can be defined as an automaton made to resemble a human being. In other words, I am a machine, a computer that was programmed to think and behave like a man."

He pauses again to ask, "Is this confusing to you? Judging by your weapon, I would guess that the technology of your world is not as advanced as that of mine. Perhaps you do not know what I mean when I use words such as 'computer' and 'programmed.' If there is anything that you would like me to clarify, please feel free to ask questions. I will try to explain to the best of my ability."

Data stops speaking finally, unaware (as usual) that he is on the verge of babbling.