simulator

English Thesaurus

1. a machine that simulates an environment for the purpose of training or research (noun.artifact)

hypernym	:	machine,
definition	:	any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks (noun.artifact)

hyponym	:	flight simulator, trainer,
definition	:	simulator consisting of a machine on the ground that simulates the conditions of flying a plane (noun.artifact)

derivation	:	model, simulate,
definition	:	create a representation or model of (verb.creation)

derivation	:	model, simulate,
definition	:	create a representation or model of (verb.creation)