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Word: Mimic
Speech Type: Verb
Etymology:
late 16th century (as noun and adjective): via Latin from Greek mimikos, from mimos ‘mime’
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈmɪmɪk
Dialects: British English
Definition:
imitate (someone or their actions or words), especially in order to entertain or ridicule
Short Definition:imitate in order to entertain or ridicule
Examples:- she mimicked Eileen's pedantic voice
Word: Mimic
Speech Type: Noun
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈmɪmɪk
Dialects: British English
Definition:
a person skilled in imitating the voice or actions of others in an entertaining way
Short Definition:person skilled in mimicking others
Examples:- he has great ability as a mimic
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