noun
definition
A person who practices mimicry, or mime.
definition
An imitation.
verb
definition
To imitate, especially in order to ridicule.
definition
To take on the appearance of another, for protection or camouflage.
Examples of mimics in a Sentence
This beetle probably mimics the Australian hornet (Abispa australis).
In Borneo the Hoinopteron Issus bruchoides mimics a species of Curculionid beetle of the genus Alcides.
Thus the collective fauna of ancient South America mimics the independently evolved collective fauna of North America, the collective fauna of modern Australia mimics the collective fauna of the Lower Eocene of North America.
A specimen of another butterfly (Precis sesamus) which mimics the Acraea was then offered in the same manner.
Another species of this group, the black cuckoo of India, apparently mimics the black drongo-shrike (Dicrurus ater), the resemblance between the two species being very close.
In the same island a species of Gryllacris mimics Pheropsophus aquatus, a " Bombardier " beetle which ejects a puff of volatile formic acid when attacked; and Condylodera tricondyloides mimics different species of tiger-beetles (Cicindelidae) at different stages of its growth.
This forcibly suggests that the drone-fly mimics a honey-bee not only in appearance but also in the feel of its hairs or the nature of its buzz.
Another instance in this group is supplied by a Bornean species of Reduviidae which mimics a species of the genus Bracon, one of the parasitic Hymenoptera.
To this category belong Myrmarachne plataleoides, one of the Salticidae, and Amyciaea forticeps, one of the Thomisidae, which in India imitate and live with the vicious little red ant (Oecophylla smaragdina); also Myrmarachne providens, which mimics the red and black Indian ant (Sima rufonigra); and the South American species of Clubionidae, e.g.
The mimicry of these insects therefore is synaposematic; but some, at all events, of the flies like the Bombylid Exoprosopa umbrosa, probably form pseudaposematic elements in the group. Into another category Hymenoptera enter not as models but as mimics, the models being inedible Malacodermatous beetles mostly belonging to the genus Lycus and characterized by orange coloration set off by a large black patch upon the posterior end of the elytra and a smaller black spot upon the thorax.
Nature Neuroscience, April 2003 Mouse mimics movement disorder Scientists have produced the first mouse with episodic ataxia.
It exactly mimics the behavior of the Python interpreter when it prints a stack trace.
V. bombylans var bombylans (this one) mimics the buff tailed bumblebee.
Note how the angle of the fracture surfaces mimics the angle of the slip planes in the deformed crystal.
Researchers have reported a powerful healing effect on mice with experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis, which mimics the symptoms of MS.
Biomimetic sensors utilize a material that mimics the response of human hemoglobin to carbon monoxide.
This unique product mimics the shape and feel of natural breasts using hypoallergenic, dermatologically tested medical grade silicone.
Mimicry We are all good mimicry We are all good mimics; otherwise accents wouldn't exist at all.
Parabens are one of the most widely used preservatives, are estrogen mimics and have been implicated in a number of health issues.
Significantly, postcolonial theorists have seen mimicry as bordering on mockery, ' since it can appear to parody whatever it mimics.
We've therefore developed Monarch - a synthetic alternative that mimics the characteristics of the natural hair, it even looks like natural mongoose!
Palette which mimics include star studded to ban the.
Chemicals can infuse the air with a scent that mimics fresh aroma, but in some cases they can actually make the air unhealthy.
Bracken beds in sunny locations can develop a simple spring flora (including violets) that mimics that found in coppice woodland.
Rabbit pox Rabbit pox is a viral disease that closely mimics rabbit syphilis.
Toddlers are great mimics of the people in their lives, primarily their parents, caregivers, and siblings.
It mimics the lightness and spring of down, as well as down's insulating characteristics.
These bikes are designed for the heavy traveler due to their comfortable seating position which mimics the way a cowboy would ride a horse.
The first style mimics the actual insignia and communicators worn by characters in the television shows and movies.
A surprisingly popular cat toy from Go Cat, Da Bird is an aerodynamically designed feather toy that mimics the movements of a real bird.
Serengeti cat food is a unique, dry cat food that mimics the natural diet of a wild cat.
Since this disease mimics so many other ailments, the best way to quickly and correctly diagnose it is through a blood test.
This low style is probably the most relaxing of all the kinds of lawn chairs out there because it mimics the experience of actually lying down and stretching your legs out on the grass.
Select a natural stone floor in slate, quartzite or travertine, or a porcelain or ceramic floor that mimics natural stone for easier maintenance.
It mimics the look of specialty faux painting techniques, and it also offers options that would be impossible to create through painting alone.
If you have granite counters with rich swirls of color, pick up the dominate color and use it on a light that mimics the flow of the stone.
Get a lampshade frame for as little as five dollars and find some fabric that mimics the color of print that you love.
More than just a nifty beauty accessory, the wall mount makeup mirror is a must-have for women who wish to apply their makeup in a setting that mimics a high-end salon or professional makeup artist's environment.
Cut them into circles, diamonds or triangles, or cut the edges with a fancy pinking shear that mimics the shape of the border on your page.
Cover the surface of your sticker in UTEE to give it a glossy look that mimics the appearance of a purchased epoxy sticker.
The Nordic Track Classic Pro Skier effectively mimics the movement patterns of x-cross skiing, making a good alternative for skiers who can never get enough of their sport.
For a look that mimics that of a standard wedding cake, a decorator can set up a tiered cupcake wedding cake using multiple levels.
Saliva testing closely mimics a blood test, which is an infallible method.
A distraction is required to offer alternative things to do with the hands; this usually comes in the form of an 'inhalator' which mimics a cigarette.
Just the same as you would likely consider when shopping for an actual down comforter, it is important to choose an alternative comforter that mimics the warmth and fluffiness of the real thing.
In addition to obedience training, these dogs are also enthusiastic about agility because it mimics many of the conditions these dogs would experience in the field while pursuing quarry.
Formulated specifically to be higher in protein and without carbohydrates, it mimics a diet that an animal would normally have if they were in the wild.
It is often thought difficult to diagnose since it mimics other diseases.
No drop-in sinks with a rim to catch debris, or molded sinks that could eventually wear out; created stone mimics natural stone in this regard.
The result is a decorative, thermoplastic backsplash that is heat and chemical resistant, mimics the look of decorative ceramic tiles and is available for pennies a foot.