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APE (ape)

1.  A mimic or imitator

2.  To copy, especially in an exaggerated or mocking way

Common clues: Copy; Mimic; Imitate; Copycat; Parrot; Take after; Impersonate; Emulate; Make like; Do likewise

Related crosswordese: APER

Crossword puzzle frequency: once a month

Frequency in English language: 19053 / 86800

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"The phenomenon of 'Elvis impersonators,' which began long before the singer's death, is one of the most startling effects of the Elvis cult." --Marjorie Garber





Elvis impersonators are people who impersonate or copy Elvis Presley either as a hobby or as a professional career. These impersonators work all over the world and are in great demand due to the iconic status of the man they imitate. They range in ethnic background, size and talent. Elvii is a plural for Elvis impersonators.



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APE (830) 53 Tu+ >1 00 Mimic

42 We- >1 02 Copy

35 Tu- >1 09 Simian APA

34 We+ >1 04 Imitate

23 Th- >1 09 Galoot LUG OAF

22 Tu >1 07 King Kong, e.g.

22 We+ >1 09 Make like

20 Tu+ >1 02 Big galoot LUG OAF

18 We- >1 08 Copycat

18 Th >1 05 Goon

15 We- >1 05 Lummox OAF

14 We >1 09 Big brute LUG OAF

9 We >1 08 Barbary beast

9 Th- >1 09 Bruiser

9 We+ >1 05 Impersonate

9 We- >1 01 Jungle swinger

9 Th >1 04 Parrot

9 Tu- >1 03 Rue Morgue culprit

8 Tu+ >1 03 King Kong, for one

8 We+ >1 08 Wild way to go

7 We >1 09 Big bruiser

7 We- >1 07 Gorilla, e.g.

6 Fr >1 07 Take after

5 Th+ >1 04 Emulate

5 Tu- >1 03 Gibbon, e.g.