MIME (m m)n. Computer Science A communications protocol that allows for the transmission of data in many forms, such as audio, binary, or video. [M(ultipurpose) I(nternet) M(ail) E(xtensions).] |
| mime (mm) n. 1. a. A form of ancient Greek and Roman theatrical entertainment in which familiar characters and situations were farcically portrayed on stage, often with coarse dialogue and ludicrous actions. b. A performance of or dialogue for such an entertainment. c. A performer in a mime. 2. A modern performer who specializes in comic mimicry. 3. a. The art of portraying characters and acting out situations or a narrative by gestures and body movement without the use of words; pantomime. b. A performance of pantomime. c. An actor or actress skilled in pantomime. v. mimed, mim·ing, mimes v.tr. 1. To ridicule by imitation; mimic. 2. To act out with gestures and body movement. v.intr. 1. To act as a mimic. 2. To portray characters and situations by gesture and body movement. [Latin m mus, from Greek mmos.]mim  er n. |
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| Noun | 1. |  mimer - an actor who communicates entirely by gesture and facial expression |
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