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How to pronounce virtual
Say it like this: /ˈvɜɹt͡ʃuəl/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does virtual mean?
adjIn effect or essence, rather than in fact or reality; also, imitated, simulated.
“In fact a defeat on the battlefield, Tet was a virtual victory for the North, owing to its effect on public opinion.”
For practical purposes, though not technically; almost complete, very near.
“The angry peasants were a virtual army as they attacked the castle.”
Operating using a computer and/or online rather than physically present.
“a virtual assistant; a virtual personal trainer”
nounPreceded by the: that which is imitated or simulated rather than existing in fact or reality; (countable) an instance of this.
That which is simulated in a computer and/or online; virtual reality; (countable) an instance of this; specifically (gambling), a computer simulation of a real-world sport such as horse racing.
A virtual (adjective sense 3.3) member function of a class.
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