mimicry

mimicry

CEFR: C1-C2 /mim-ic-ry/ [m.ih1.m.ih0.k.r.iy0]

Definition: The close external resemblance of an animal or plant (or part of one) to another animal, plant, or inanimate object.

Example Sentences:
With mimicry, one organism resembles another. For example, the harmless king snake has adapted a color pattern that resembles the deadly coral snake.
Parrots are probably most well-known for their ability to “talk,” as they can closely mimic the sounds of human voices. However, this is only seen in captive parrots. It is a mystery why wild parrots do not exhibit this behavior. It’s possible that the parrot’s relative intelligence causes it to try to bond with its owners through mimicry.