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To imitate (someone or their actions or words), especially in order to entertain or ridicule
“We all make a game of trying to mimic someone else's voice, hoping Dad does not recognize us.”
To take on the appearance of
“Flying moths closely mimic the appearance of other insects, particularly bees and wasps.”
To subject to contemptuous and dismissive language or behavior
To simulate, imitate, or make a replica of
A person skilled in imitating the voice or actions of others in an entertaining way
“Anne Robinson ended up in double trouble when a show contestant turned out to be a mimic who impersonates her.”
A person who entertains with pantomime
“She possesses extraordinary talent as a mimic. She has the flexible face, the manageable voice, and the dramatic knack which fit a woman for character-parts and disguises on the stage.”
An organism that can change shape to mimic others
An exact copy or model of something, especially one on a smaller scale
Someone who attempts to deceive by using an assumed name or identity
Imitative of something, typically in a pretend manner
“A mimic gun, from a little vessel moored on a piece of water at the other extremity of the domain, gave notice that the concert was about to commence.”
Following or copying a predictable formula, model or pattern
“If the competitor strategy is strong, the mimic strategy will inevitably be second best.”
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