simulator — a machine or computer program that reproduces the conditions of a particular situation
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a machine or computer program that reproduces the conditions of a particular situation
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsɪmjəˌleɪtər/
Example Sentences
- The new earthquake simulator made everyone feel dizzy and want to grab their mom.
- Medical students use patient simulators to practice surgery without the risk.
- The dating simulator game taught him everything except how to actually talk to real people.
simulator
NOUN[/ˈsɪmjəˌleɪtər/]
a machine or computer program that reproduces the conditions of a particular situation
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'simulare' (to imitate, to make appear real), the word has been used since ancient Roman times to denote the action of creating a likeness or appearance of something. In modern usage, particularly with technological advancement, it has come to refer to a device or system that replicates real-world conditions in a virtual environment.
Breakdown
simulare (to imitate, to feign) + -ator (one who performs an action, agent noun), literally 'one who imitates or simulates'.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The new earthquake simulator made everyone feel dizzy and want to grab their mom.”
“Medical students use patient simulators to practice surgery without the risk.”
“The dating simulator game taught him everything except how to actually talk to real people.”
“Race car drivers practice on simulators before hitting the real track.”
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