facsimile

n 1: an exact copy or reproduction [syn: {autotype}]

2: transmits the copy by wire or radio [syn: {facsimile machine},

{fax}]

v : send something via a facsimile machine; "Can you fax me the

report right away?" [syn: {fax}, {telefax}]

facsimile

("fax") A process by which fixed graphic

material including pictures, text, or images is scanned and

the information converted into electrical signals which are

transmitted via telephone to produce a paper copy of the

graphics on the receiving fax machine.

Some {modems} can be used to send and receive fax data.

[Details? Standards?]

(1995-11-15)