- 1. n. A contrivance for clapping in theaters. Source: opted
- 2. n. A trick or device to gain applause; humbug. Source: opted
- 3. a. Contrived for the purpose of making a show, or gaining applause; deceptive; unreal. Source: opted
- 4. n. pompous or pretentious talk or writing Source: wordnet
- 5. 1. A contrivance for clapping in theaters. [Obs.] 2. A trick or device to gain applause; humbug. Contrived for the purpose of making a show, or gaining applause; deceptive; unreal. Source: webster
- 6. Contrived for the purpose of making a show, or gainingapplause; deceptive; unreal. Source: adambom
- 7. n:100 n pompous or pretentious talk or writing Source: ecdict
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