simulator
/ˈsɪm.jəˌleɪ.tɚ/
noun
- A device or program that imitates a real system or situation, often used for training or entertainment.
- My favorite video game is a flight simulator where you can fly planes around the world.
- Astronauts train for space missions using a weightlessness simulator.
- The driving simulator helps new drivers practice in different weather conditions.