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Meaning of 'replication' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Replication [ n.]
- An answer; a reply.
- The reply of the plaintiff, in matters of fact, to the defendant's plea.
- Return or repercussion, as of sound; echo.
- A repetition; a copy.

Meaning of 'replication' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . replication [ n]
Meaning (1):
- the act of making copies
Example in sentence:
  • Gutenberg's reproduction of holy texts was far more efficient
Meaning (2):
- a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)
Example in sentence:
  • it brought a sharp rejoinder from the teacher
Meaning (3):
- the repetition of an experiment in order to test the validity of its conclusion
Example in sentence:
  • scientists will not believe an experimental result until they have seen at least one replication
Meaning (4):
- the repetition of a sound resulting from reflection of the sound waves
Example in sentence:
  • she could hear echoes of her own footsteps

Nearby Words:

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