Mocker: meaning, definitions and examples
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mocker
[ ˈmɒkə ]
person
A person who mocks or teases others, often in a playful or teasing manner. Mockers may imitate someone or make fun of them in a lighthearted way.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He's such a mocker, always imitating people's voices and mannerisms.
- Don't take him seriously, he's just a mocker trying to get a reaction out of you.
bird
A type of bird known for its ability to mimic sounds from its environment. Mockers are often found in urban areas and are known for their diverse vocal range.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The mocker outside my window can imitate car alarms and phone ringtones.
Translations
Translations of the word "mocker" in other languages:
🇵🇹 zombador
🇮🇳 मज़ाक उड़ाने वाला (mazak udane wala)
🇩🇪 Spötter
🇮🇩 pengejek
🇺🇦 насмішник
🇵🇱 drwina
🇯🇵 あざける人 (azakeru hito)
🇫🇷 moqueur
🇪🇸 burlón
🇹🇷 alaycı
🇰🇷 조롱하는 사람 (joronghaneun saram)
🇸🇦 ساخر (sakhir)
🇨🇿 posměváček
🇸🇰 posmievač
🇨🇳 嘲笑者 (cháoxiào zhě)
🇸🇮 zasmehovalec
🇮🇸 háðfugl
🇰🇿 мазақтаушы (mazaktaushy)
🇬🇪 დამცინავი (daminavi)
🇦🇿 lağlağaçı
🇲🇽 burlón
Word origin
The word 'mocker' originated from the Middle English word 'mokeren', meaning 'to make fun of'. It has been used in English language since the 14th century to describe someone who mimics or taunts others. The term has evolved to also refer to a type of bird with exceptional vocal abilities, known as the mockingbird.
See also: mock, mockery, mocking, mockingbird, mockingly.