Mirror vs. Imitate

A mirror is an object that reflects an image. Light that bounces off a mirror will show an image of whatever is in front of it, when focused through the lens of the eye or a camera.

To use or follow as a model

a surface, typically of glass coated with a metal amalgam, which reflects a clear image

To copy the mannerisms or speech of; mimic

(of a surface) show a reflection of

To copy (mannerisms or speech)

A surface capable of reflecting sufficient undiffused light to form an image of an object placed in front of it. Also called looking glass.

To copy exactly; reproduce

Something that faithfully reflects or gives a true picture of something else.

To appear like; resemble

Something worthy of imitation.

To follow as a model or a pattern; to make a copy, counterpart or semblance of.

To reflect in or as if in a mirror

To follow as a pattern, model, or example; to copy or strive to copy, in acts, manners etc.

A smooth surface, usually made of glass with reflective material painted on the underside, that reflects light so as to give an image of what is in front of it.

To produce a semblance or likeness of, in form, character, color, qualities, conduct, manners, and the like; to counterfeit; to copy.

(figuratively) An object, person, or event that reflects or gives a picture of another.

To resemble (another species of animal, or a plant, or inanimate object) in form, color, ornamentation, or instinctive habits, so as to derive an advantage thereby; sa, when a harmless snake imitates a venomous one in color and manner, or when an odorless insect imitates, in color, one having secretion offensive to birds.

A disk, website or other resource that contains replicated data.

reproduce someone's behavior or looks;

A mirror carp.

appear like, as in behavior or appearance;

(historical) A kind of political self-help book, advising kings, princes, etc. on how to behave.

make a reproduction or copy of

(transitive) Of an event, activity, behaviour, etc, to be identical to; to be a copy of.

To create something identical to (a web site, etc.).

(transitive) To reflect, as in a mirror.

A looking-glass or a speculum; any glass or polished substance that forms images by the reflection of rays of light.

That which gives a true representation, or in which a true image may be seen; hence, a pattern; an exemplar.

See Speculum.

To reflect, as in a mirror.

To copy or duplicate; to mimic or imitate; as, the files at Project Gutenberg were mirrored on several other ftp sites around the world.

To have a close resemblance to; as, his opinions often mirrored those of his wife.

polished surface that forms images by reflecting light

a faithful depiction or reflection;

reflect as if in a mirror;

reflect or resemble;