duplication
UK: ˌdjuːplɪˈkeɪʃən | US: ˌduːplɪˈkeɪʃən
n. the act or process of making an exact copy of something
n. a copy or repetition of something, often unnecessarily
n. (biology) the replication of genetic material
duplication = duplic<double> + ation<noun suffix>
- duplic (from Latin duplicare, meaning "to double" or "fold in two")
- ation (a suffix forming nouns indicating an action or process)
Etymology Origin:
The word "duplication" traces back to Latin duplicatio, derived from duplicare ("to double"). The root duplic reflects the idea of doubling or repeating, while -ation turns the verb into a noun denoting the process. This structure vividly captures the concept of creating copies or repetitions, whether in physical objects, data, or biological contexts.
The duplication of files ensures data security.
Avoid unnecessary duplication of efforts in the project.
DNA duplication is essential for cell division.
The artist rejected the duplication of his work without permission.
The report highlighted a duplication of services across departments.