1. a person or thing that makes copies or reproductions of something
2. a machine or device that creates exact copies or duplicates
Usage: technology
3. a hypothetical device that can create any object by assembling atoms or molecules
Usage: science fiction

Examples

• The scientist used a DNA replicator to make copies of the genetic material.
• In the movie, the replicator could produce food instantly.
• The office replicator made hundreds of copies of the important document.
• Star Trek featured replicators that could create almost any item on demand.
• The molecular replicator was still theoretical technology.
• She worked as a replicator, copying ancient manuscripts by hand.