Mimic (disambiguation) - Definition and Overview

Mimic can mean:

• A mimic in biology.
• Mimic, a 1997 movie.
• In many works of fiction in the science fiction and fantasy genres, a mimic is a type of shapeshifter similar to a doppelganger. For example, in the Dungeons & Dragons role-playing game and in the Nethack computer game, a mimic is a creature that typically takes the form of a treasure chest or a seemingly valuable object to lure unsuspecting adventurers.