noun Uncommon

replication

rehp-lih-KAY-shuhn

Replication (noun) means the process of copying or reproducing something so a fresh, identical version exists. Example: “The paper describes their methodology in enough detail to allow replication by other teams.”

noun

The process of copying or reproducing something so a fresh, identical version exists.

"The paper describes their methodology in enough detail to allow replication by other teams."

In biology, the process by which DNA or RNA molecules make copies of themselves.

"Errors during DNA replication can sometimes lead to mutations."

In computing, the ongoing copying of data from one database or server to another so all systems stay in sync.

"The company set up database replication across three data centers for reliability."

How to use replication

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishMaking a copy of something, whether that's a scientific result, a strand of DNA, or a database.

Common pairings

DNA replication data replication replication of results

Word forms

replications plural

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Etymology

From Latin replicatio, built on replicare ("to fold back, repeat") — related to "reply" and "replicate."

Origin: Latin

Synonyms

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repetition duplication imitation reproduction copying copy repeat carbon copy duplicate replica

Related words

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Rhymes for replication

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Frequently asked questions

What does “replication” mean?

The word “replication” means the process of copying or reproducing something so a fresh, identical version exists. In plain terms, making a copy of something, whether that's a scientific result, a strand of DNA, or a database.

How do you pronounce “replication”?

“Replication” is pronounced rehp-lih-KAY-shuhn (/ɹɛplɪˈkeɪʃən/ in IPA).

How do you use “replication” in a sentence?

Here is “replication” used in a sentence: “The paper describes their methodology in enough detail to allow replication by other teams.”

What is another word for “replication”?

Words with a similar meaning to “replication” include repetition, duplication, imitation, reproduction, copying and copy.

What part of speech is “replication”?

“Replication” is a noun.

Where does the word “replication” come from?

The word “replication” comes from Latin. From Latin replicatio, built on replicare ("to fold back, repeat") — related to "reply" and "replicate.".

Is “replication” a common word?

“Replication” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “replication” have?

“Replication” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the process of copying or reproducing something so a fresh, identical version exists.

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