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copycat

/kɒpiˈkæt/ noun · British & US
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What does copycat mean?

noun

A person who imitates the actions or behavior of another, often in a way that is considered unoriginal or lacking in creativity. A person or thing that copies or imitates something else.

Example

"The pop star was accused of being a copycat, as her new song sounded too similar to one by another artist."

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