mirroring technique
nounUK /ˈmɪrərɪŋ tɛkˈniːk/
US /ˈmɪrərɪŋ tɛkˈniːk/
A way of copying what someone does to help them learn or feel understood.
The teacher used a mirroring technique to help the shy student feel more comfortable.
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2. A counseling method where a therapist reflects a client's words or gestures to build trust.
The therapist relied on a mirroring technique to show she was listening closely.
3. A computer method of copying data to a second drive so information is not lost.
The server uses a mirroring technique to keep a backup of every file.
4. A dance or acting exercise in which one person copies another's movements exactly.
In drama class, the students practiced a mirroring technique to improve their focus.