mimic
verb (used with object)
to imitate or copy in action, speech, etc., often playfully or derisively.
mimicker
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a word derived from
mimic.
Example Sentences
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Dr. Ahmet Ergin, founder and entrepreneur of SugarMD, told Salon that Ozempic works as a "gastrointestinal hormone mimicker," by creating the hormones that signal appetite or fullness.
From Salon ● Mar. 6, 2023
Ian Paisley, the Northern Irish clergyman and politician, also noted that Elizabeth was a "great mimicker" of him.
From US News ● Sep. 8, 2015
They also paid better attention to the copycat presenter and found the mimicker to be more persuasive.
From Time ● Jun. 24, 2014
Therefore the call of Director Catry was switched to the only available phone, that at which stood the mimicker, who, for a second time, ordered M. Daudet's release, rebuked M. Catry.
From Time Magazine Archive
Being a born mimicker of other men, a very German in industry, and a great egotist, he began casting about for other models.
From Old Fogy His Musical Opinions and Grotesques by James Huneker
