The replication
Example: Replication repeats study to verify results and conclusions
Definition
"The replication" refers to the process of repeating a study or experiment to confirm the accuracy and reliability of its results and conclusions. It is a fundamental practice in research to ensure findings are valid and can be consistently reproduced under the same conditions.
Etymology
The term "replication" comes from the Latin word 'replicare,' meaning 'to fold back' or 'to repeat.' It entered English through Old French, evolving to describe the act of repeating something exactly, which perfectly suits its use in research for repeating studies to verify outcomes.
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"The replication" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Research - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 108 commonly used words.
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