mimicry

Definitions of mimicry
  1. noun
    the act of mimicking; imitative behavior
    synonyms: apekooi, apenkooi
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    types:
    parodie, persiflage
    humorous or satirical mimicry
  2. noun
    the resemblance of an animal species to another species or to natural objects; provides concealment and protection from predators
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    type of:
    imitatie, nabootsing, navolging
    copying (or trying to copy) the actions of someone else
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