n.
- the expression of action, character, or emotion by gesture and movement and without words, especially as a form of theatrical performance.
- (in ancient Greece and Rome) a simple farcical drama including mimicry.
v.
- use mime to act out (a play or role).
- pretend to sing or play an instrument as a recording is being played.
Derivative
Etymology
C17: from L. mimus, from Gk mimos.