Definition of "facsimile" []

• An exact copy or reproduction, as of a document. (noun)
• See fax. (noun)
• Of or used to produce exact reproductions, as of documents. (adjective)
• Exactly reproduced; duplicate. (adjective)

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• "The idea of a truly perfect simulation or facsimile is so distant from any current human experience that our intuitions presume that the experience must be flawed or “hollow” in some respect."
• "At some point, it will also show up in facsimile form at the Fine Lifestyles Regina website."
• "For features, the magazines buy one-time print rights and non-exclusive web rights (the magazine appears in facsimile online)."