lookalike

British

/ ˈlʊkəˌlaɪk /

noun

1. a person, esp a celebrity, or thing that is the double of another
2. ( as modifier )
  
  a lookalike Minister
  a lookalike newspaper

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The 47-year-old has made a career out of being a Will Smith lookalike and tribute artist since he was 18.

From BBC • Jan. 18, 2026

Among the quieter names, good luck finding a Western Digital lookalike trading at 7 times earnings.

From Barron's • Dec. 29, 2025

Honorary mention: If you prefer a tambourine to a synth, try “Lover” B-side “Paper Rings,” perhaps more suitable for kick-stepping than spinning but nonetheless another “Opalite” lookalike.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 3, 2025

In the event, Noakes did the adverts with a lookalike dog.

From BBC • Aug. 11, 2025

"So, Delly Cartwright. Imagine finding her lookalike here."

From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins

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