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Definition of simulator - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
training devicedevice that replicates real-world conditions for training or testing
- Pilots train on a flight simulator before flying a real plane..
2.
technologyTECH. software that models the behavior of a systemTECH.
- The engineer used a simulator to test the new circuit design..
3.
video gamegame that mimics real-life experiences
- The driving simulator was very realistic.
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device that replicates real-world conditions for training or testing
Expressions with simulator
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video game focused on exploring with very simple controls
Many people enjoy a walking simulator for its relaxing pace.
device that mimics flying conditions for training or entertainment
The pilot practiced in the flight simulator before the real flight.
machine or program that imitates vehicle control so people can practice driving
Learner drivers used a driving simulator before their first on-road lesson.
Origin of simulator
Latin, simulare (to imitate) + -or (agent)
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abr: flight simulator
computer program that copies flying an aircraft
acr: High-Frequency Structure Simulator
software used to design and test antennas or circuits
aviation
early flight simulator for pilot training
Examples of simulator in a sentence
Astronauts use a space simulator for mission training. Pilots train in a flight simulator. The driving simulator helped him practice safely. The flight simulator helped pilots train safely. He enjoyed the farming simulator on his computer.
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- French:simulateur, logiciel de simulation, ...
- German:Simulator, Fahrsimulator, ...
- Italian:simulatore, ...
- Spanish:simulador, emulador, ...
- Portuguese:simulador, ...
- Chinese:模拟器, 模拟软件, ...
- Japanese:シミュレーター, モデリングソフトウェア, ...
- Arabic:جِهَاز مُحَاكاة, بَرْنَامَج مُحَاكَاة, ...
- Hebrew:מְדַמֶּה, מְדַמֶּה, ...
- Russian:симулятор, имитатор, ...
- Ukrainian:тренажер, ...
- Hindi:सिम्युलेटर, मॉडलिंग सॉफ़्टवेयर, ...

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