Definition

1. Noun:

   • An exact copy or reproduction: A "facsimile" is a precise duplicate of an original document, picture, or object.
   • (Technology) A system for transmitting documents: This meaning refers to the method or machine (a fax machine) used to send copies of documents over telephone lines or by radio.

2. Verb:

   • To send a document via a facsimile machine: The action of transmitting a copy of a document using fax technology.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The museum displayed a facsimile of the ancient manuscript.
  • Please send the contract by facsimile.
• Verb:
  • I will facsimile the signed agreement to your office this afternoon.
  • Can you facsimile me the diagrams?

Advanced Usage

• "In facsimile": As an exact copy.
  • The signature was reproduced in facsimile.
• Used attributively (as an adjective before a noun).
  • We received a facsimile transmission.
  • He owns a facsimile edition of the first folio.

Variants and Related Words

• Fax (noun/verb): A common, shortened form of "facsimile" when referring to the technology or the act of sending a document via a fax machine.
  • I'll send you a fax.
  • Fax me the details.
• Facsimile machine (noun): The physical device used for sending and receiving faxes.

Synonyms

• Noun (copy): Replica, duplicate, reproduction, copy.
• Noun (system/machine): Fax, telecopier.
• Verb: Fax, transmit.

Related Phrases (Phrasal Verbs)

(Note: "Facsimile" as a verb does not commonly form phrasal verbs. The related term "fax" is typically used with prepositions like "over" or "to.") - Fax over: To send something by fax. - Could you fax over the proposal? - Fax to: To send a fax to a specific recipient. - I faxed the form to headquarters.

Related Idioms

(Note: There are no common idioms specifically using the word "facsimile." The concept is more technical or formal.)

Noun

1. duplicator that transmits the copy by wire or radio
2. an exact copy or reproduction

Verb

1. send something via a facsimile machine
   • Can you fax me the report right away?