To imitate the function of another system, as by modifications to hardware or software that allow the imitating system to accept the same data, execute the same programs, and achieve the same results as the imitated system.
To strive to equal or match, especially by imitating.
To compete with successfully; approach or reach equality with.
strive to equal or match
compete with successfully; approach or reach equality with; "This artists''s drawings cannot emulate his water colors"
imitate the function of (another system), as by modifying the hardware or the software
strive to equal or match, especially by imitating; "He is emulating the skating skills of his older sister"
compete with successfully; approach or reach equality with
