mock

Meanings

• Verb

  To imitate or make fun of someone or something, often in a playful or teasing manner.

  - "He mocked the way his friend walked."
  - "The children mockingly imitated their teacher's accent."
  - "The comedian mocked political figures during his stand-up routine."

• Verb

  To make a model or representation of something, especially to test or demonstrate.

  - "The engineer mocked up a prototype of the new machine."
  - "The architect mocked up a 3D model of the proposed building."
  - "The students mocked up a diorama for their science project."

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Pronunciation

1. /mɑk/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with mock
hock , dock , rock , clock

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Homonyms

Words having the same spelling or pronunciation but different meanings and origins

1. mock (Scottish) : A small boat, especially a fishing boat.
   

2. mock (Scots) : To pretend, feign, or simulate.
   

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Homophones

Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

1. hock
   

2. moccasin
   

3. moke
   

4. mocha
   

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Variants

List of all variants of mock that leads to same result
mock , mocked , mocker , mockers , mocking , mockingly , mocks , mock-epic , mock-heroic , mock-heroics , mock-heroically , mock orange , mock oranges , philadelphus , syringa , mock turtleneck , mock turtle soup , mock turtle soups , mock-up , mock-ups

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Forms

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mocks, mocked, mocking

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Etymology

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Old English moccian, from mockian 'to imitate, mock, deride'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'mock' comes from the Old English word 'moccian', which means 'to imitate, mock, deride'.

2. The term 'mock trial' refers to a trial conducted as a simulation or practice exercise, often used in law schools or as a teaching tool in schools.

3. In the Harry Potter series, 'mockingjay' is a bird that is a hybrid of a nightjar and a phoenix, and is a symbol of resistance against the Capitol in the Hunger Games.

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Related Concepts

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1. satire: A form of literature, art, or entertainment that uses humor, irony, ridicule, or exaggeration to expose and criticize people's stupidity or vices, particularly in the context of contemporary politics and other topical issues.

2. parody: An imitation of the style of a particular writer, artist, or genre, usually with deliberate exaggeration or ridicule for comic effect.

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Culture

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In literature, 'mock' is used in various contexts such as satire, irony, and humor. In art, mocking or imitating famous artists' styles is a common practice. In music, mocking or parodying other artists' songs is a popular form of entertainment.

How to Memorize "mock"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine the word 'mock' written out in different fonts and styles. Visualize the shape of the letters and the way they connect.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'mock' with the image of someone making a silly face or making fun of someone in a playful manner.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by associating the word 'mock' with a memorable phrase, such as 'Mocks make merry moments.'

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