What is another word for simulacrums?
Pronunciation: [sˌɪmjʊlˈe͡ɪkɹəmz] (IPA) 
Simulacrums are representations or imitations of something else. Synonyms for simulacrums include replicas, facsimiles, duplicates, copies, clones, models or likenesses. These words refer to objects that are made to simulate or reproduce something else, such as a statue of a person, a painting of a landscape, or a model of a building. Though they may appear real, simulacrums lack the authenticity and organic qualities of the original objects they imitate. These substitutes can be used for a variety of purposes, including educational, artistic or decorative. In many cases, simulacrums are created for practical reasons, such as to preserve fragile or valuable objects without having to expose them to the risks of handling or transport.
