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backup vs duplication

duplication vs backup

backup and duplication both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
backup Yes No No No
duplication Yes No No No
As nouns, duplication is a hypernym of backup; that is, duplication is a word with a broader meaning than backup:
  • backup: (computer science) a copy of a file or directory on a separate storage device
  • duplication: a copy that corresponds to an original exactly
Other hypernyms of backup include duplicate.
backup (noun) duplication (noun)
the act of providing approval and support the act of copying or making a duplicate (or duplicates) of something
(computer science) a copy of a file or directory on a separate storage device a copy that corresponds to an original exactly
a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts
someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult)
an accumulation caused by clogging or a stoppage
Difference between backup and duplication

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