Meaning of the word flummery in English
What does flummery mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
flummery
US /ˈflʌm.ər.i/
UK /ˈflʌm.ər.i/
Noun
1.
empty compliments or meaningless talk; nonsense
Example:
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His speech was full of political flummery and lacked substance.
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She dismissed his compliments as mere flummery.
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2.
a soft, sweet, jelly-like dessert made with flour or oatmeal and milk or water
Example:
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For dessert, we had a traditional Welsh flummery.
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The chef prepared a delicate berry flummery.