replication

/ˌrɛplɪˈkeɪʃən/
noun
  1. The process of making an exact copy; reproduction.
    • The company prevented unauthorized replication of its software.
    • DNA replication is essential for cell division and growth.
    • The replication of the ancient manuscript took months of careful work.
  2. The repetition of an experiment or study to confirm its results.
    • The lack of replication has raised doubts about the original claim.
    • Replication of the study by an independent team gave the same conclusions.
    • In science, replication is important to make sure findings are reliable.
  3. The process by which a virus or cell makes copies of itself.
    • The drug blocks viral replication and stops the infection from spreading.
    • Understanding replication helps scientists develop treatments for diseases.
    • Rapid cell replication is a hallmark of many cancers.
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