#1 replication n. [reproduction] the act of making copies; "Gutenberg's reproduction of holy texts was far more efficient". wn
#2 replication n. (genetics) the process whereby DNA makes a copy of itself before cell division. wn
#3 replication n. [rejoinder, retort, return, riposte, comeback, counter] a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one); "it brought a sharp rejoinder from the teacher". wn
#4 replication n. (law) a pleading made by a plaintiff in reply to the defendant's plea or answer. wn
#5 replication n. [echo, reverberation, sound reflection] the repetition of a sound resulting from reflection of the sound waves; "she could hear echoes of her own footsteps". wn
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