Meaning of the word facsimile in English

What does facsimile mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

facsimile

US /fækˈsɪm.əl.i/

UK /fækˈsɪm.əl.i/

an exact copy, especially of written or printed material

Example:

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The museum has a perfect facsimile of the original manuscript.

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They produced a high-quality facsimile of the rare book.

Synonym:

copy duplicate replica reproduction clone

a fax

Example:

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Please send a facsimile of the signed document.

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I received a facsimile confirming the appointment.

Synonym:

fax telecopy

to make a facsimile of (something)

Example:

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The library plans to facsimile the rare historical maps.

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Can you facsimile this report to my office?

Synonym:

copy duplicate reproduce fax telecopy

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