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aping
We have found lemma(root) word of aping : ape.
Definitions
[eɪp], (Noun)
Definitions:
- a large primate that lacks a tail, including the gorilla, chimpanzees, orangutan, and gibbons
- an unintelligent or clumsy person
- an inferior imitator or mimic
(e.g: cunning is but the ape of wisdom)
Phrases:
- go ape
Origin
:
Old English apa, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch aap and German Affe
[eɪp], (Verb)
Definitions:
- imitate (someone or something), especially in an absurd or unthinking way
(e.g: new architecture can respect the old without aping its style)
Phrases:
- go ape
Origin
:
Old English apa, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch aap and German Affe
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