Imitates
/ˈɪmɪteɪts/
Definitions
- (v.) Third-person singular present tense of imitate, meaning to copy the behavior, speech, or actions of another, often relevant in cases of copyright or trademark infringement.
The defendant imitates the plaintiff's patented design, leading to a claim of infringement.
Forms
- imitate
- imitated
- imitating
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Commentary
As a third-person singular present tense form, 'imitates' serves primarily to indicate ongoing or habitual copying relevant in intellectual property law.
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