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ape

noun/verb
/eɪp/

Meaning

a large primate similar to a monkey but without a tail; as a verb, to imitate or mimic

Example Sentences

Children often ape the behavior of adults.

Example Expressions

go ape

Synonyms

imitate, mimic, copy, simulate

Antonyms

originate, innovate

Collocations

ape behavior, ape around, go ape, ape man

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