virtual
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adjective \ˈvər-chə-wəl, -chəl; ˈvərch-wəl\Definition of VIRTUAL
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: being such in essence or effect though not formally recognized or admitted <a virtual dictator>
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: of, relating to, or using virtual memory
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: of, relating to, or being a hypothetical particle whose existence is inferred from indirect evidence <virtual photons> — compare real 3
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: being on or simulated on a computer or computer network <print or virtual books> <a virtual keyboard>: as a : occurring or existing primarily online <a virtual library> <virtual shopping> b : of, relating to, or existing within a virtual reality <a virtual world> <a virtual tour>
See Examples of VIRTUAL
- The Web site provides a virtual tour of the stadium.
Origin of VIRTUAL
Middle English, efficacious, potential, from Medieval Latin virtualis, from Latin virtus strength, virtue
First Known Use: 15th century
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