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抄袭者, 模仿者
a person who imitates the actions, clothes, ideas, etc. of someone else
Humorous
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "copycat" and when to use it?
The idiom "copycat" originated in the mid-20th century, combining the words "copy" and "cat." The term draws on the mimicry behavior observed in cats and is used to describe someone who imitates or emulates the actions, ideas, or style of another person. This expression is often used in a playful or colloquial manner to tease or criticize individuals who lack originality and instead replicate the behavior or work of someone else.
Example
In the fashion industry, designers often face challenges with copycat brands imitating their latest creations.
在时尚行业中，设计师们常常面临着抄袭者模仿他们最新创作的挑战。
Jane accused her classmate of being a copycat when he presented a project that closely resembled hers.
简指责她的同学在展示一个与她的项目十分相似的内容时是一个抄袭者。
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