mimic

US /ˈmɪm.ɪk/
UK /ˈmɪm.ɪk/
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1.

imitate (a person or manner), especially for satirical effect.

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She could mimic anyone's voice perfectly.
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The comedian loved to mimic politicians.
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imitatecopyapemockparody
2.

resemble (a type of biological protective coloration or adaptation) for the sake of camouflage or protection.

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Some insects mimic leaves to avoid predators.
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The harmless snake will mimic the venomous one to deter threats.
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resemblesimulatereproduceduplicate
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a person who imitates or copies the behavior or mannerisms of others.

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He's a great mimic, always making us laugh with his impressions.
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The parrot was a perfect mimic of human speech.
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imitatorcopycatimpressionistparodist
2.

a copy or imitation of something.

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The robot was a crude mimic of human movement.
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The painting was a clever mimic of the original masterpiece.
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copyimitationreplicareproduction
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imitative, especially for satirical effect.

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His performance was a brilliant mimic portrayal of the president.
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The bird's song was a perfect mimic of the human whistle.
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imitativemocksimulatedcounterfeit