facsimile

Meanings

• noun

  An exact or near-exact copy of an original, especially of a document or picture.

  - "The facsimile of the historic document was sold at auction for millions."
  - "He sent a facsimile of the letter to the recipient for their records."

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Pronunciation

1. /fækˈsɪm.ə.li/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

autotype , copy , reproduction , fax , reproduction , fax , fax machine , machine , fax , telefax

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with facsimile
mimic , replica , plica

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Variants

List of all variants of facsimile that leads to same result
facsimile , facsimiles , reasonable facsimile

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'fac simile', meaning 'make the same'.

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Trivia

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1. The first facsimile machine was invented in 1843 by Alexander Bain.

2. Facsimile transmission was first used for commercial purposes in the late 19th century.

3. Facsimile technology was used extensively during World War II for secure communication between military bases.

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Related Concepts

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1. replica: A replica is a copy that is identical in every detail to the original, often used in the context of art or historical artifacts.

2. photocopy: A photocopy is a type of facsimile that uses light and electricity to create a copy of an original document or image.

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Culture

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Facsimiles have been used throughout history for various purposes, including preserving important documents, facilitating communication, and even for artistic expression.

How to Memorize "facsimile"

1. visualize
   

   - To memorize the word 'facsimile', visualize an exact copy of an original document or image.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'facsimile' with the idea of an exact copy or replica.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Facilitate Copying' to remember the meaning of the word 'facsimile'.

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