1. the art or act of performing without words using only gestures and body movements

1. present participle of mime; performing without words using only gestures and body movements

Examples

• The street performer was miming being trapped in a box.
• She practiced miming different emotions in drama class.
• The actor’s miming skills impressed the audience.
• He was miming the actions of climbing a ladder.
• Miming requires great physical expression and creativity.
• The children enjoyed miming various animals during the game.
• Her miming of a person walking against strong wind was convincing.