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单词 simulation
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simulation

noun

sim·​u·​la·​tion ˌsim-yə-ˈlā-shən How to pronounce simulation (audio)
1
: the act or process of simulating
2
: a sham object : counterfeit
3
a
: the imitative representation of the functioning of one system or process by means of the functioning of another
a computer simulation of an industrial process
b
: examination of a problem often not subject to direct experimentation by means of a simulating device

Example Sentences

a computer simulation of spaceflight a simulation of the planet's surface They use computer simulation to predict weather conditions.
Recent Examples on the Web During the simulation, one-way flights cost $150 per seat, according to booking information on the company’s website. Bill Jones, Chicago Tribune, 9 Sep. 2022 By reproducing red-and-dead ellipticals, the simulation bolstered the black hole feedback theories of Rees and Natarajan. Thomas Lewton, Quanta Magazine, 23 Aug. 2022 The simulation starts at the China Lake NAWS air base where Top Gun: Maverick was shot and then takes you to Lake Isabella. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 23 Aug. 2022 The business simulation should closely align with the learning objectives. Bill Hall, Forbes, 17 Aug. 2022 While serving as a visiting researcher at NASA, lead study author Susan Higashio strapped on a VR headset to fly around the simulation’s millions of stars. Briley Lewis, Scientific American, 4 Aug. 2022 Then, the team tweaks a variable and runs the simulation again. Tim Newcomb, Popular Mechanics, 4 Aug. 2022 Taiwan’s military said the drills were tantamount to a blockade and involved simulation of an attack, although disruptions to commercial flights and shipping were limited and daily life continued largely as normal for Taiwan’s 23 million residents. Eva Dou, Washington Post, 15 Aug. 2022 The simulation of a digital thread can identify gaps in operational efficiencies and produce a wealth of process improvement opportunities through the application of AI. Kiran Palla, Forbes, 3 Aug. 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

Middle English simulacion, from Anglo-French, from Latin simulation-, simulatio, from simulare

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Legal Definition

simulation

noun

sim·​u·​la·​tion ˌsim-yə-ˈlā-shən How to pronounce simulation (audio)
1
in the civil law of Louisiana
2
: the act of simulating
3
: a contract that by mutual agreement does not express the true intent of the parties see also counterletter compare disguised donation at donation

Note: Although a simulation does not have effect as between the parties, its lack of effect may not be asserted against third parties, such as creditors or bona fide purchasers, to avoid liability.

simulation

noun

as in miniature
something that is made to look, feel, or behave like something else especially so that it can be studied or used to train people
often + of
a computer simulation of spaceflight simulations of body movements a simulation of the planet's surface

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • miniature
  • reproduction
  • imitation
  • reconstruction
  • mock-up
  • mock
  • replication
  • copy
  • duplicate
  • dummy
  • replica
  • carbon
  • fake
  • approximation
  • facsimile
  • re-creation
  • clone
  • carbon copy
  • counterfeit
  • rubber stamp
  • version
  • reduplication
  • duplication
  • image
  • forgery
  • sham
  • dupe
  • phony
  • impression
  • knockoff
  • print
  • semblance
  • likeness
  • rip-off
  • phoney
  • reincarnation
  • spare
  • imprint
  • shadow
  • extra
  • reserve

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • prototype
  • original
  • archetype
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