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mirror (noun)

A piece of special glass that reflects images of people or things. It is commonly used in homes for seeing one's reflection while grooming or as a decorative object.

💬 Example

"I look in the bathroom mirror every morning to brush my teeth."

💡 Memory Tip

Imagine a person admiring themselves in a shiny metal object, saying 'My, I look good!' The 'My' sounds like 'Mir-', and...

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
glass looking glass reflector speculum polished surface
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'mirror' as a verb for slight resemblance. → Her opinion slightly aligned with mine.

Confusing 'mirror' (object) with 'reflection' (image). → I saw my reflection in the mirror.

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