imitate

/ˈɪmɪteɪt/
verb
  1. To copy the way someone speaks, moves, or behaves, often for fun or practice.
    • Children often imitate their parents' gestures and expressions.
    • She tried to imitate the singer's voice but couldn't hit the high notes.
    • The comedian can imitate famous politicians perfectly.
  2. To copy something in order to produce a similar effect or result.
    • The company's new product imitates the design of a more expensive brand.
    • Some apps can imitate the sound of a piano on your phone.
    • The artist used a special technique to imitate the look of marble.
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