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mirror

When used as a noun, 'mirror' usually refers to the physical object. You will often see it used with the preposition 'in', such as 'looking in the mirror'. When used as a verb, it can mean literally reflecting light (like water) or figuratively copying someone's behavior. In psychology, this is often called 'mirroring'.

💬Casual Conversation

🎬Tuesday afternoon, Karen is at a home decor store while David is at the office.
Karen Smith

This gold mirror is gorgeous. Total game changer for the hallway.

Karen Smith
David Smith
David Smith

Sounds like a win. Just don't blow the budget.

💡
Karen is using 'game changer', a common idiom for something that significantly alters a situation, to describe her decor choice. David responds with 'win', using casual slang to express approval while subtly reminding her about spending.

Meanings

noun

A reflective surface, typically of glass with a metallic coating, that forms an image of an object placed in front of it.

"She looked at herself in the mirror before leaving the house."

verb (transitive)

To reflect an image or to correspond closely to something else in a way that shows its characteristics.

"The calm surface of the lake mirrored the surrounding mountains."

verb (intransitive)

To behave in a way that reflects the actions or attitudes of another person, often unconsciously.

"Children often mirror their parents' behavior during early development."

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