Entry Word: impersonator

Function: noun

Meaning: 1 a person who imitates anotherʼs voice and mannerisms for comic effect <a male impersonator who pretends to be a small galaxy of famous female stars> — see mimic
2 one who acts professionally (as in a play, movie, or television show) <a gifted impersonator who can convincingly portray both heroes and heels> — see actor