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According to WordNet, the noun "replication" has 7 sense(s).

107199922 a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one); "it brought a sharp rejoinder from the teacher".

101249060 the repetition of an experiment in order to test the validity of its conclusion; "scientists will not believe an experimental result until they have seen at least one replication".

113549916 (genetics) the process whereby DNA makes a copy of itself before cell division.

105010801 the repetition of a sound resulting from reflection of the sound waves; "she could hear echoes of her own footsteps".

101019901 the act of making copies; "Gutenberg's reproduction of holy texts was far more efficient".

106563168 (law) a pleading made by a plaintiff in reply to the defendant's plea or answer.

104076533 copy that is not the original; something that has been copied.


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