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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

emulation

/ɛmjʊˈleɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does emulation mean?

noun

The act of imitating or copying something, especially a machine or a system, in order to replicate its functions or behavior. The process of simulating or mimicking the characteristics of something, often in a digital or virtual environment.

Example

"The company's software was designed to provide a high level of emulation for the old computer system, allowing users to run legacy applications with minimal modifications."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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