Definitions

1. verb

to imitate or mock someone or something

“The children aped the way their teacher danced in the classroom.”

2. verb

to climb or ascend by grasping with the hands or feet, especially in a manner that is awkward or uncoordinated

“The monkey aped the tree, using its tail as a makeshift handhold.”

3. verb

to follow or imitate the behavior of someone or something, often in a way that is seen as inferior or unoriginal

“The new employee felt like he was aping his coworkers, but he wanted to fit in.”

4. noun

an imitation or mock of someone or something

“The comedian’s aped impression of the politician was hilarious.”

5. noun

an instance of climbing or ascending by grasping with the hands or feet

“The hikers had to make several apes up the steep mountain path.”