simulation

1. (video games) A video game designed to convey a more or less realistic experience, as of a sport or warfare.Examples: "Some kids in the classroom will be playing simulations after school."countableuncountable

2. (soccer) The act of falling over in order to be awarded a foul, when no foul has been committed.Examples: ""Players are very good at simulation," said Premier League referee Graham Poll. "I'm not saying they do practice, but I find it hard to believe they are so good at something without practicing. We have to issue more cards because it is the only way we can stop simulation spoiling the game. It is a cancer.""; "In the build-up to the second spot-kick, André Villas-Boas felt United striker Danny Welbeck had deliberately tripped over the leg of Branislav Ivanovic rather than an intentional foul being committed. "Referees have pretty clear orders on simulation, but it is difficult for them to assess the difference between simulation and fouls in those situations," he said."countableuncountable