replica
noun
rep·li·ca
ˈre-pli-kə 
1
: an exact reproduction (as of a painting) executed by the original artist
a replica of this was painted … this year—
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: a copy exact in all details
DNA makes a replica of itself
sailed a replica of the Viking ship
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We toured a replica of the ship.
It's an authentic replica of an ancient Greek urn.
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Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2025
Aaron Paul gives a compelling double performance as both the astronaut Cliff and a robot replica of Cliff temporarily controlled by fellow astronaut David (Josh Hartnett).
—Christian Holub, EW.com, 18 Apr. 2025
Spanning more than 7,500 square feet, the exhibit includes 100-plus photos and other artifacts — many that were never before displayed publicly, such as Frank’s first photo album and her handwritten poetry, as well as a replica of her famous diary.
—Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 17 Apr. 2025
Ars Technica: What is the experience of shooting a replica of a musket compared to, say, a modern rifle?
—ArsTechnica, 14 Apr. 2025
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“Replica.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/replica. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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replica
noun
rep·li·ca
ˈrep-li-kə
1
: a close reproduction especially by the maker of the original
2
: a copy exact in all details : duplicate
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