Meaning & use
facsimile
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an exact copy or reproduction of a document, painting, or other item.
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The museum displays a facsimile of the original manuscript to protect the fragile original.
His signature was a poor facsimile of his father's handwriting.
A note on using this word
Also historically shortened to 'fax,' referring to a document transmitted electronically and printed as a copy.
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replicacopy
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