spoofing

US /ˈspuːfɪŋ/
UK /ˈspuːfɪŋ/
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1.

the act of disguising a communication from an unknown source as being from a known, trusted source

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Email spoofing is a common tactic used in phishing attacks.
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Caller ID spoofing makes it difficult to identify the true origin of a call.
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impersonationmasqueradingfakingdeceptionmimicry
2.

a parody or satirical imitation of something

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The movie was a hilarious spoofing of classic spy films.
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His stand-up routine included a brilliant spoofing of political speeches.
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parodysatiremockeryimitationlampoon
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spoof