English Dictionary

simulation

/ˌsɪm.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

noun

Something that simulates a system or environment in order to predict actual behaviour. / The process of simulating.

Simulation is widely used in various fields such as engineering, medicine, and entertainment.

意味（1）

Something that simulates a system or environment in order to predict actual behaviour.

This exercise is a simulation of actual battle conditions.

意味（2）

The process of simulating.

Despite extensive simulation in the design phase, the aircraft failed to behave as expected.

意味（3）

(video games) A video game designed to convey a more or less realistic experience, as of a sport or warfare.

Some kids in the classroom will be playing simulations after school.

意味（4）

Assuming an appearance which is feigned, or not true.

For to him that opens himself, Men will hardly shew themselves averse, but will (fair) let him go on, and turn their freedom of speech to freedom of thought. And therefore it is a good shrewd Proverb of the Spaniard, Tell a lye, and find a Troth; as if there were no way of discovery, but by Simulation.

意味（5）

(soccer) The act of falling over in order to be awarded a foul, when no foul has been committed.

Players are very good at simulation, said Premier League referee Graham Poll. I'm not saying they do practice, but I find it hard to believe they are so good at something without practicing. We have to issue more cards because it is the only way we can stop simulation spoiling the game. It is a cancer.