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simular

noun sim·u·lar \ ˈsim-yə-lər , -ˌlär \

Definition of simular

archaic
: one that simulates : dissembler

Origin and Etymology of simular

irregular from Latin simulare to simulate

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simular

adjective

Definition of simular

archaic
: counterfeit, pretended

First Known Use of simular

circa 1610

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