replicate
v. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɹɛpɫəˌkeɪt// UK //ɹˈɛplɪkˌeɪt// repli·cate
v. to make an exact copy of something, or to repeat a process to see if the same result happens.
v. to produce an exact copy of; to repeat an experiment or study to verify results.
Scientists replicate the test to check the data.
The lab team replicated the study using a larger group of volunteers.
Independent researchers attempted to replicate the findings, but subtle differences in methodology made direct comparison difficult.
From Latin replicātus, past participle of replicāre (“to fold or bend back; reply”), from re (“back”) + plicāre (“to fold”); see ply. Doublet of reply and replica.
Usage
The verb is transitive and takes a direct object.