1. Plural of mimesis; the imitation or representation of reality in art, literature, or performance.
Usage: formal; literary/academic
2. In biology, the plural of mimesis; the resemblance of an organism to its environment or to another organism for protection or camouflage.
Usage: scientific

Examples

• The novel employs multiple mimeses of everyday speech to create authenticity.
• Classical art theory emphasized mimeses of nature as the highest form of artistic achievement.
• The film's mimeses of historical events sparked debate among critics.
• In evolutionary biology, mimeses allow insects to blend seamlessly into their surroundings.
• The artist explored different mimeses of reality across her portfolio.
• Postmodern literature often questions the reliability of mimeses in storytelling.