mimicry
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ˈmɪ
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mɪk
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ry
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British pronunciation
/mˈɪmɪkɹi/

“mimicry”的英语定义和含义

Mimicry
01

the similarity of one animal species to another species or to elements of its environment, providing camouflage or protection from predators

example
例子
The caterpillar uses mimicry to look like a poisonous snake.
Leaf insects exhibit mimicry by resembling actual leaves.
02

the action of copying or imitating the behavior, speech, or appearance of someone or something

example
例子
The child 's mimicry of her teacher's gestures made the class laugh.
Actors often practice mimicry to perfect accents and mannerisms.
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