Replicant
noun
A humanlike robot or the bioengineered being.
The movie features a replicant who doesn't realize she isn't human.
Often appears as...
- replicant model
- retired replicant
noun
A copy or duplicate of something.
The program creates a replicant of the document so you have a backup.
Often appears as...
- replicant file
- replicant system
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A humanlike robot or the bioengineered being.
The movie features a replicant who doesn't realize she isn't human.
Often appears as...
- replicant model
- retired replicant
noun
A copy or duplicate of something.
The program creates a replicant of the document so you have a backup.
Often appears as...
- replicant file
- replicant system
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Origins
The word 'replicant' gained popularity from the movie 'Blade Runner', depicting artificial beings.
Blade Runner’s replicants made people question the nature of humanity.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Just Robots
Unlike standard robots, replicants are more human-like in appearance and behavior.
Replicants can show emotions, making them almost indistinguishable from humans.
Pro Tip 3/3Sci-Fi Jargon
Used mostly in science fiction, 'replicant' is not common in everyday conversation.
The novel's hero was a replicant fighting for his rights.
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