Meaning of the word "the poor man's somebody/something" in English

What does "the poor man's somebody/something" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

the poor man's somebody/something

US /ðə pʊr mænz ˈsʌmˌbɑːdi/ˈsʌmˌθɪŋ/
UK /ðə pʊr mænz ˈsʌmˌbɑːdi/ˈsʌmˌθɪŋ/
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Idiom

1.

a cheaper or less sophisticated version of something or someone else

Example:
This instant coffee is the poor man's espresso.
He's often called the poor man's Brad Pitt because of his similar looks but lack of fame.
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