verb (used with object), imitated, imitating. 1. to follow or endeavor to follow as a model or example: to imitate an author's style; to imitate an older brother. 2. to mimic; impersonate: The students imitated the teacher behind her back.
12,361 Helpful Votes. A. A clear liquid diet consists of clear fluids such as juice without pulp, broth, popsicles (no fruit pieces), plain gelatin, tea and coffee without cream. Always check with your healthcare provider on the specifics about when and how long you need to be on a clear liquid diet.
Clear Liquid Diet. A diet of clear liquids maintains vital body fluids, salts, and minerals; and also gives some energy for patients when normal food intake must be interrupted. Clear liquids are easily absorbed by the body. They reduce stimulation of the digestive system, and leave no residue in the intestinal tract. This is why a clear liquid diet is often prescribed in preparation for surgery, and is generally the first diet given by mouth after surgery. Clear liquids are given when a person has been without food by mouth (NPO) for a long time.