facsimile
/fæk'simili/
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Definition
Noun:
- An exact copy or reproduction: A "facsimile" is a precise duplicate of an original document, picture, or object.
- (Technology) A system for transmitting documents: This meaning refers to the method or machine (a fax machine) used to send copies of documents over telephone lines or by radio.
Verb:
- To send a document via a facsimile machine: The action of transmitting a copy of a document using fax technology.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The museum displayed a facsimile of the ancient manuscript.
- Please send the contract by facsimile.
- Verb:
- I will facsimile the signed agreement to your office this afternoon.
- Can you facsimile me the diagrams?
Advanced Usage
- "In facsimile": As an exact copy.
- The signature was reproduced in facsimile.
- Used attributively (as an adjective before a noun).
- We received a facsimile transmission.
- He owns a facsimile edition of the first folio.
Variants and Related Words
- Fax (noun/verb): A common, shortened form of "facsimile" when referring to the technology or the act of sending a document via a fax machine.
- I'll send you a fax.
- Fax me the details.
- Facsimile machine (noun): The physical device used for sending and receiving faxes.
Synonyms
- Noun (copy): Replica, duplicate, reproduction, copy.
- Noun (system/machine): Fax, telecopier.
- Verb: Fax, transmit.
Related Phrases (Phrasal Verbs)
(Note: "Facsimile" as a verb does not commonly form phrasal verbs. The related term "fax" is typically used with prepositions like "over" or "to.") - Fax over: To send something by fax. - Could you fax over the proposal? - Fax to: To send a fax to a specific recipient. - I faxed the form to headquarters.
Related Idioms
(Note: There are no common idioms specifically using the word "facsimile." The concept is more technical or formal.)
Noun
- duplicator that transmits the copy by wire or radio
- an exact copy or reproduction
Verb
- send something via a facsimile machine
- Can you fax me the report right away?