simulation

Meanings

• noun

  The act of imitating or representing a system or process, typically through the use of a computer model.

  - "The simulation of a car engine helps engineers test various scenarios."
  - "The flight simulator allows pilots to practice emergency procedures."

• noun

  A representation of a situation or scenario that is not real but is used for training, research, or problem-solving.

  - "The military uses simulations to train soldiers for combat situations."
  - "Scientists use computer simulations to model the behavior of complex systems."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with simulation
rhythm , chymical , trimaran , prismatic

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Variants

List of all variants of simulation that leads to same result
simulation , simulations

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'simulare', meaning 'to represent' or 'to imitate'.

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Trivia

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1. The first flight simulator was developed in 1929 by Edward Link.

2. The term 'simulation' was first used in print in 1872 by the French philosopher Henri Bergson.

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Related Concepts

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1. Modeling: The process of creating a simplified representation of a real-world system or process.

2. Virtual Reality: A computer-generated simulation of a three-dimensional environment that can be interacted with in a seemingly real or physical way.

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Culture

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Simulations have been used in various forms throughout history, from ancient Greek theater to modern video games and virtual reality experiences. They have been used for training purposes, such as flight simulators and military simulations, as well as for entertainment and artistic expression.

How to Memorize "simulation"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a computer generating a realistic representation of a car engine and simulating its behavior.
   - Visualize a pilot wearing a headset and flying a virtual plane in a simulator.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'simulation' with the idea of a model or representation.
   - Think of simulations as a way to test out different scenarios in a controlled environment.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Silly Imitations Mean And Act' to remember the definition of simulation.
   - Create a mental image of a computer simulation to help remember the word.

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