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fus·tian
 fustian
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- pronunciation:
- fuhs
ch
 n
- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
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noun |
| definition 1: |
a thick fabric of cotton, cotton and flax, or cotton and wool, with a short pile.
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| definition 2: |
inflated language in speech or writing; bombast.
- similar words:
- claptrap
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
made of fustian.
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| definition 2: |
tending to use pompous language; bombastic.
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| definition 3: |
cheap; worthless.
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| related words: |
superlative, wordy |
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