mimic

To mimic is defined as to imitate or to copy.

(verb)

An example of to mimic is for a child to imitate everything her old sister does.

The definition of mimic is make-believe.

(adjective)

An example of something mimic is a pretend trial in a law class.

See mimic in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

Origin: L mimicus < Gr mimikos < mimos, actor

noun

a person or thing that imitates; esp., a performer skilled in mimicry

transitive verb mimicked, mimicking

to imitate in speech or action, often so as to ridicule
to copy closely; imitate accurately
to resemble closely; have or take on the appearance of: animals that mimic their environment

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See mimic in American Heritage Dictionary 4

transitive verb mim·icked, mim·ick·ing, mim·ics

To copy or imitate closely, especially in speech, expression, and gesture; ape.
To copy or imitate so as to ridicule; mock: always mimicking the boss. See Synonyms at imitate.
To resemble closely; simulate: an insect that mimics a twig.
To take on the appearance of.

noun

One who imitates, especially:
a. An actor or actress in a mime.
b. One who practices the art of mime.
c. One who copies or mimics others, as for amusement.
A copy or an imitation.

adjective