emulation

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• Rhymes: -eɪʃǝn

[edit] Noun

emulation (plural emulations)

1. The endeavor to equal or to excel another in qualities or actions; an assiduous striving to equal or excel another; rivalry.
2. Jealous rivalry; envy; envious contention.
3. Simulating or replicating the behavior or ability of, especially in computers.