Replication

It would appear - to me at least - that the word "duplicate" has been replaced by the more modern - up to date - upperwardly mobile word - "replicate" - which essentialy means the same - so what'e the point - people trying to sound a bit more educated perhaps ???

Spotted in today's Times

"Burglar suspect dies after confronting house holder"
A burglar who suffered head injuries when he fell from a fourth floor window after disturbing a householder has died.
The owner of the property has been arrested.