parrot parrot /ˈpɛrət/

noun

1. () Usually brightly colored zygodactyl tropical birds with short hooked beaks and the ability to mimic sounds  ( parrot )
   usually brightly colored zygodactyl tropical birds with short hooked beaks and the ability to mimic sounds
    The parrot is a colorful and intelligent bird that is often kept as a pet
   The parrot is a colorful and intelligent bird that is often kept as a pet
   
   
2. A copycat who does not understand the words or acts being imitated  ( parrot )
   a copycat who does not understand the words or acts being imitated
   

verb

1. () Repeat mindlessly  ( parrot )
   repeat mindlessly
    The students parroted the teacher's words
   The students parroted the teacher's words