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    Replica (en. Replica)

    /ˈɾe.pli.ka/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Copy of an object or document.
    The replica of the sculpture is exhibited in the museum.
    La réplica de la escultura se exhibe en el museo.
    Response or reply to a comment or question.
    His reply to the criticism was very eloquent.
    Su réplica a la crítica fue muy elocuente.
    Reproduction of a phenomenon or an experiment.
    The replication of the experiment was successful.
    La réplica del experimento fue exitosa.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'replicā', meaning 'to repeat' or 'to fold again'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make a replica
    To make a copy of something.
    hacer una réplica
    exact replica
    A copy that is identical to the original.
    réplica exacta
    to give a reply
    To respond to someone, especially in a debate.
    dar una réplica

    Related Words

    reproduce
    To create a copy of something.
    reproducir
    duplicate
    To make two of something, generally identical.
    duplicar
    imitation
    Copy made in order to resemble an original.
    imitación

    Slang Meanings

    Support or backing for an argument.
    His reply was solid backing for his theory.
    Su réplica fue un respaldo sólido a su teoría.
    Witty response in a conversation.
    That quick reply made him win the debate.
    Esa réplica rápida lo hizo ganar el debate.