aping,vbl.n.|ˈeɪpɪŋ| [f. ape v. + -ing1.] Imitation, simulation, mimicry. 1687Settle Refl. Dryden's PlaysPref. 2 That Billingsgate Style, which is but Aping of him.1875Sears Serm. & Songs 45 Wilfulness, which is but a poor aping of conscientiousness.