The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word MIMETIC
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More clues leading to the result MIMETIC
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The straight part
We know that "Copying" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case copying = mimetic.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does MIMETIC mean?
MIMETIC noun- Something mimetic or imitative.
- A type of mnemonic in the form of a picture.
- (pharmaceutical effect) A substance with similar pharmacological effects to another substance.
- Exhibiting mimesis.