imitation

US /ˌɪmɪˈteʃən/

UK /ˌɪmɪˈteɪʃn/

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n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)Act of copying or imitating something
It was an imitation gold necklace
n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)Something made to look like something else, often of lesser quality.
This handbag is an imitation; the real one costs much more.
n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)The practice of copying artistic works.
Great art is not just imitation, but also innovation.
n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)A mimicry of someone's voice or mannerisms.
His imitation of the president's voice was hilarious.
adj.AdjectiveMade to resemble something else, typically of higher value or quality.
She wore an imitation leather jacket.

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