Definition of: mimic

(mim′ik) v.t. ·icked, ·ick·ing
1. To imitate the speech or actions of, as in ridicule.
2. To copy closely; ape.
3. To have or assume the color, shape, etc., of; simulate: Some insects mimic leaves. See synonyms under IMITATE.
—noun
1. One who is given to mimicry; a mimic actor; buffoon.
2. A copy; imitation.
—adjective
1. Of the nature of mimicry; imitative; mimetic: a mimic gesture.
2. Copying the real; simulated; mock: a mimic court. [<L mimicus <Gk. mimikos <mimos mime]
—mim′i·cal adjective
—mim′ick·er noun