simulation
/ˌsɪm.jʊˈleɪ.ʃn̩/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: simulations
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Something that simulates a system or environment in order to predict actual behaviour.
Noun
Examples
This exercise is a simulation of actual battle conditions.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
The process of simulating.
Noun
Examples
Despite extensive simulation in the design phase, the aircraft failed to behave as expected.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “simulation” mean?
Something that simulates a system or environment in order to predict actual behaviour.
Is “simulation” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.