What does APING mean?

Parts of Speech

Aping is a verb.

Definitions

To copy or imitate someone or something.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈeɪpɪŋ/
• UK: /ˈeɪpɪŋ/

Origin and Usage

The word "aping" originated from the verb "ape," which means to mimic or copy. It is believed to have been derived from the Old English "apa," meaning "ape" or "monkey." The word "aping" is commonly used to describe someone who is copying or imitating someone or something else, often in a mocking or derisive way.

Synonyms

• Imitating
• Mimicking
• Copying
• Emulating
• Parroting

Related Words

• Apian
• Apple
• Apron
• Ample
• Adapt

Example Sentences

• The children were aping their teachers accent.
• He was aping the way his favorite actor walked.
• Stop aping me, its not funny.