Dictionary![]() ![]() mimePronunciation: (mīm, mēm), [key] —n., v., mimed, mim•ing. —n. 1. the art or technique of portraying a character, mood, idea, or narration by gestures and bodily movements; pantomime. 2. an actor who specializes in this art. 3. an ancient Greek or Roman farce that depended for effect largely upon ludicrous actions and gestures. 4. a player in such a farce. 5. mimic (def. 4). 6. a jester, clown, or comedian. —v.t. 1. to mimic. 2. to act in mime. —v.i. to play a part by mime or mimicry. Random House Unabridged Dictionary, Copyright © 1997, by Random House, Inc., on Infoplease.
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