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Mummery

Definition:

Mummery refers to the act or practice of masquerading, clowning, or engaging in disguise. It can also refer to something that is pretentious or lacking substance.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun - The act or practice of masquerading or engaging in disguise.

Example sentence: The town's annual Halloween parade is filled with mummery, as people dress up in extravagant costumes and masks.

Sense 2:

Noun - Something that is pretentious or lacking substance.

Example sentence: The politician's speeches were nothing more than empty mummery, offering no real solutions or plans.

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