First Known Use: 1616
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1mime
noun \ˈmīm also ˈmēm\
: a form of entertainment in which a performer plays a character or tells a story without words by using body movements and facial expressions
: a performance done without speaking : a performance using mime
: a performer who uses mime
Full Definition of MIME
1
: an ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner
2
a : an actor in a mime b : one that practices mime
3
: mimic 2
4
: pantomime 3
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Origin of MIME
Latin mimus, from Greek mimos
Related to MIME
- Synonyms
- mimic, mummer, pantomime, pantomimist
2mime
verb
: to make the movements of someone who is doing (something) without actually doing it
mimedmim·ing
Full Definition of MIME
intransitive verb
: to act a part with mimic gesture and action usually without words
transitive verb
1
: mimic
2
: to act out in the manner of a mime
— mim·er noun
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First Known Use of MIME
1728
MIME
abbreviation
Definition of MIME
multipurpose Internet mail extensions
MIMER Defined for Kids
mime
noun \ˈmīm\
Definition of MIME for Kids
1
: the art of showing a character or telling a story using body movements and gestures without words
2
: a person who performs mime
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