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fustian

fus·tian

fustian

 
pronunciation:
fuhs chn
parts of speech:
noun, adjective
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Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: noun
definition 1: a thick fabric of cotton, cotton and flax, or cotton and wool, with a short pile.
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.
definition 2: tending to use pompous language; bombastic.
definition 3: cheap; worthless.