mimic
verb/ˈmɪmɪk/
Frequency rank: #7,762 most common English word
Meaning
To imitate or copy the actions, appearance, or sound of someone or something.
Example sentence
The clever parrot could mimic the sound of a ringing phone perfectly.
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