definition of
[imitate]

[1] #1 imitate v. [copy, simulate] reproduce someone's behavior or looks; "The mime imitated the passers-by"; "Children often copy their parents or older siblings". wn

[2] #2 imitate v. appear like, as in behavior or appearance; "Life imitate art". wn

[3] #3 imitate v. make a reproduction or copy of. wn