Copy and Phony

Copy

Copy noun - Something that is made to look exactly like something else.
Usage example: a copy of the famous painting “Washington Crossing the Delaware”

Phony and copy are semantically related. in imitate topic. In some cases you can use "Phony" instead the word "Copy" as a noun or a verb.

Nearby Words: copied, copying, copier, copyist

Phony

Phony noun - An imitation that is passed off as genuine.
Usage example: the fancy “emerald” ring turned out to be a phony

Copy and phony are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Copy" instead the word "Phony" as a noun or a verb.

Nearby Words: phoney, phone, phoning
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