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Mimicker

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mim·ic  (mmk)
tr.v. mim·icked, mim·ick·ing, mim·ics
1. To copy or imitate closely, especially in speech, expression, and gesture; ape.
2. To copy or imitate so as to ridicule; mock: always mimicking the boss. See Synonyms at imitate.
3. To resemble closely; simulate: an insect that mimics a twig.
4. To take on the appearance of.
n.
1. 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.
2. A copy or an imitation.
adj.
1. Relating to, acting as, resembling, or characteristic of a mimic or mimicry.
2.
a. Tending to imitate; imitative.
b. Make-believe; mock: a mimic battle.

[From Latin mmicus, mimic, from Greek mmikos, from mmos, imitator, mime.]

mimick·er n.
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.Mimickermimicker - someone who mimics (especially an actor or actress)
imitator, impersonator - someone who (fraudulently) assumes the appearance of another


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