mirror
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• noun
A surface, typically consisting of glass coated with a metal amalgam, that reflects a clear image.
"She adjusted the rearview mirror before backing out of the driveway."
Something that provides an accurate representation or reflection of a situation, condition, or concept.
"The volatile stock market is often seen as a mirror of the broader economy's underlying instability."
A server or website that contains an exact copy of data from another server, used to reduce network traffic or ensure availability. (Computing)
"You can download the software faster by choosing a mirror located in your country."
• verb
To correspond to, parallel, or accurately represent something else.
"His facial expressions mirrored the profound disappointment he felt inside."
To reflect an image of someone or something, similar to the way a mirror does.
"The calm, still waters of the lake perfectly mirrored the surrounding snow-capped mountains."
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Word Origin & Etymology
From Middle English 'mirour', borrowed from Old French 'mireor', derived from 'mirer' (to look at), ultimately from Latin 'mirari' (to wonder at).
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