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REPLICATION

(noun)

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There are 7 meanings of the word Replication.

Replication - as a noun

The act of making copies

Example: "Gutenberg's reproduction of holy texts was far more efficient"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
reproduction17
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
copying15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

(genetics) the process whereby dna makes a copy of itself before cell division

A quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)

Example: "It brought a sharp rejoinder from the teacher"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
comeback20counter9rejoinder17retort6return6riposte9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
reply10response10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

(law) a pleading made by a plaintiff in reply to the defendant's plea or answer

The repetition of a sound resulting from reflection of the sound waves

Example: "She could hear echoes of her own footsteps"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
echo9reverberation18sound reflection
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
reflection15reflectivity23reflexion19
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Copy that is not the original; something that has been copied

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
replica11reproduction17
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
copy11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The repetition of an experiment in order to test the validity of its conclusion

Example: "Scientists will not believe an experimental result until they have seen at least one replication"

Example Sentences

"The scientist conducted a replication of the experiment to verify the results."
"The artist created a beautiful replication of the famous painting."
"The company invested in data replication technology to ensure backup and redundancy."
"The replication of the virus within the body can lead to severe illness."
"Genetic replication is a fundamental process in all living organisms."
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Word Game Points

Is REPLICATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, replication is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

REPLICATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is REPLICATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, replication is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
REPLICATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is REPLICATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, replication is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
REPLICATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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