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boast boast 1. v. boast·ed, boast·ing, boasts. v. intr. To talk or write about oneself or something related to oneself in a proud or self-admiring way. v. tr.
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- Make an ostensibly modest or self-deprecating statement with the actual intention of drawing attention to something of which one is proud. [informal] From 'humble'+'brag'. Ex: As a comment to the selfie she posted on her facebook page, she humblebragged about how 'awful' she looks without any make-up.
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- The definition of gloat is to brag or to have a feeling of self-satisfaction. When you dance around and shout victory, victory! after your team wins, this is an example of gloat. YourDictionary definition and usage example.
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crowing bragging - an instance of boastful talk; his brag is worse than his fight; whenever he won we were exposed to his gasconade. crowing, gasconade, line-shooting, vaporing, brag, crow. boast, boasting, jactitation, self-praise - speaking of yourself in superlatives.
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Definitions &Translations To vaunt one's self; to brag; to say or tell things which are intended to give others a high opinion of one's self or of things belonging to one's self; as, to boast of one's exploits courage, descent, wealth. [imp. & p. p. Boasted; p. pr.
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bolster Definition of bolster for English Language Learners. : a long bag of cloth completely filled with soft material : a long pillow or cushion.
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talk verb (used without object) 1. to communicate or exchange ideas, information, etc., by speaking: to talk about poetry. 2. to consult or confer: Talk with your adviser. 3. to spread a rumor or tell a confidence; gossip.
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- 1 That is not an idle boast, for the network is alive night and day with the thundering rattle of powerful locomotives and the incessant clanking of machinery in repair depots and marshalling yards. 2  A prouder boast would be that it was ‘the most patriotic’.
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- Wear, Wearing - the act of having on your person as a covering or adornment; Wear bangles if you can`t fight. Ourselves, Ourself, Myself, Himself, Herself, Oneself, Themself, Yourself, Themselves - Used as a reflexive; Do it yourself. You are viewing Boast Urdu definition in English to Urdu dictionary. Generated in 0.03 Seconds, Wordinn Copyright Notice.
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- • BRAGGART (noun) The noun BRAGGART has 1 sense: 1. a very boastful and talkative person. Familiarity information: BRAGGART used as a noun is very rare. • BRAGGART (adjective) The adjective BRAGGART has 1 sense: 1. exhibiting self-importance. Familiarity information: BRAGGART used as an adjective is very rare.
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Milquetoast Q From Jonathan Bennett: I used the word milktoast the other day to describe a person who is unmotivated, ambivalent, and apathetic in their general demeanor. I was questioned on the true meaning and origin of the word.
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Boast Sentence Examples Newton's Hypotheses non fingo was a proud boast, but it rests upon an entire misconception of the capacities of the mind of man in dealing with external nature. He could boast that he left the relations between the United States and Canada on an excellent footing.
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June â 2012 Text chat seemed to promote the most learner-learner interaction in the synchronous virtual classroom. The students perceived both private chat and group communication as beneficial to all the students. Breakout rooms provided another vehicle for small group communication.
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- Definition of PEDERAST. : a man who desires or engages in sexual activity with a boy. — ped·er·as·tic \ˌpe-də-ˈras-tik\ adjective. — ped·er·as·ty \ˈpe-də-ˌras-tē\ noun. ADVERTISEMENT. a man who desires or engages in sexual activity with a boy.
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Bo In Swedish the meaning of the name Bo is: Commander. French Meaning: The name Bo is a French baby name. In French the meaning of the name Bo is: Respected; regarded highly (literal translation is Beautiful/handsome gaze).Also a Handsome.Hebrew Meaning: The name Bo is a Hebrew baby name.In Hebrew the meaning of the name Bo is: Quick. Scandinavian Meaning: The name Bo is a Scandinavian baby name. In Scandinavian the meaning of the name Bo is: Nickname and abbreviation.n Swedish the meaning of the name Bo is: Commander. French Meaning: The name Bo is a French baby name. In French the meaning of the name Bo is: Respected; regarded highly (literal translation is Beautiful/handsome gaze).
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Definitions &Translations Wiktionary(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: 1  swagger(Noun) A bold, or arrogant strut. 2  swagger(Noun) A prideful boasting or bragging. 3  swagger(Noun) confidence, pride. 4  swagger(Verb) To walk with a swaying motion; hence, to walk and act in a pompous, consequential manner.
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- exclaim. 1  to cry out or speak suddenly and vehemently, as in surprise, strong emotion, or protest. 2  to cry out; say loudly or vehemently.
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- A traditional oast. An oast, oast house or hop kiln is a building designed for kilning (drying) hops as part of the brewing process. They can be found in most hop-growing (and former hop-growing) areas and are often good examples of vernacular architecture. Many redundant oasts have been converted into houses.n agreement for the building of an oast in Flimwell in 1667 gave the size of the building as 30 by 15 feet (9.1 by 4.6 m) and another to be built there was to be built in 1671 being 32 by 16 feet (9.8 by 4.9 m) or 17 feet (5.2 m), having two kilns.
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boast 1 3. to speak of with excessive pride or vanity. 4. to be proud in the possession of: The town boasts two new schools. 5. a thing boasted of; a cause for pride. 6. exaggerated speech; bragging: empty boasts and threats.
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Another word for boast Synonyms: boast 1, brag, crow 2, vaunt. These verbs all mean to speak with pride, often excessive pride, about oneself or something related to oneself. Boast is the most general: We confide [that is, have confidence] in our strength, without boasting of it; we respect that of others, without fearing it (Thomas Jefferson).
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- Its main meaning today is of purposeless activity, of fooling around, spending time aimlessly or dawdling or dallying. 1  The latest string of deals has shown that, even in the absence of a mouth-watering mega takeover, Mr Buffett is not one to lollygag around for too long.
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What Does Bolster Something Up Mean? Bolster Something Up Meaning Definition: To give added support to something. When something is in need of reinforcement, usually something old in need of repair, people say it needs to be bolstered up.
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BANKRUPT Dictionary entry overview: What does bankrupt mean? • BANKRUPT (noun) The noun BANKRUPT has 1 sense: 1. someone who has insufficient assets to cover their debts Familiarity information: BANKRUPT used as a noun is very rare. • BANKRUPT (adjective) The adjective BANKRUPT has 1 sense: 1. financially ruined Familiarity information: BANKRUPT used as an adjective is very rare. • BANKRUPT (verb) The verb BANKRUPT has 1 sense: 1. reduce to bankruptcy Familiarity information: BANKRUPT used as a verb is very rare.
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swagger noun. 1. strut, roll, parading, prancing He walked with something of a swagger. 2. ostentation, show, display, showing off (informal), bluster, swashbuckling, swank (informal), braggadocio, gasconade (rare) What he needed was confidence and a bit of swagger.
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stagger Definition of stagger for English Language Learners. : 1  to move or cause (someone) to move unsteadily from side to side. : 2  to shock or surprise (someone) very much. : 3  to arrange (things) in a series of different positions or times.
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PEP TALK • PEP TALK (noun). The noun PEP TALK has 1 sense: 1. a speech of exhortation attempting to instill enthusiasm and determination in a team or staff. Familiarity information: PEP TALK used as a noun is very rare.