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   Im·i·ta·tion

   /ˌiməˈtāSH(ə)n/

   

   noun

   • 1. the action of using someone or something as a model: "a child learns to speak by imitation" Similar emulationcopyingfollowingechoingparroting
   • ▪ an act of imitating a person's speech or mannerisms, especially for comic effect: "he attempted an atrocious imitation of my English accent" Similar impersonationimpressionparodymockerycaricatureburlesquetravestylampoonpastichemimicrymimickingimitatingapingmockinginformal:senduptakeoffspoof
   • ▪ the repetition of a phrase or melody in another part or voice, usually at a different pitch.
   • 2. a thing intended to simulate or copy something else: "an imitation diamond" Similar copysimulationreproductionreplicacounterfeitforgeryfake

   Word Origin late Middle English: from Latin imitatio(n-), from the verb imitari (see imitate).

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   The meaning of IMITATION is an act or instance of imitating. How to use imitation in a sentence.

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   IMITATION definition: 1. made to look like something else: 2. an occasion when someone or something imitates another…. Learn more.

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   Imitation means copying the words, facial expressions, or actions of another person. Sometimes imitation is flattering, but often it's just annoying — like when your little brother does it to drive you crazy.

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   noun. the act, practice, or art of imitating; mimicry. an instance or product of imitating, such as a copy of the manner of a person; impression. a copy or reproduction of a genuine article; counterfeit. ( as modifier ) imitation jewellery.

7. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishIMITATION definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   2 days ago · If someone does an imitation of another person, they copy the way they speak or behave, sometimes in order to be funny. He gave his imitation of Queen Elizabeth's royal wave. [ + of ]

8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishimitation noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   noun. /ˌɪmɪˈteɪʃn/. /ˌɪmɪˈteɪʃn/. [countable] a copy of something, especially something expensive. a poor/cheap imitation of the real thing. This latest production is a pale imitation of the original (= it is not nearly as good). imitation leather/pearls. Synonyms artificial.

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   IMITATION meaning: 1. a copy of something that is made to look like the real thing: 2. a copy of another person's way…. Learn more.

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    Dictionary.com Unabridged Based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2023 How to use imitation in a sentence Or fast-fashion chains like Zara and H&M churning out runway imitations.

11. www.yourdictionary.com › imitationImitation Definition & Meaning | YourDictionary

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    Repetition of a phrase or melody often with variations in key, rhythm, and voice. A counterfeit. Made to resemble something specified, usually something superior or genuine; not real; sham; bogus. Imitation leather.