Meaning of the word "hot air" in English

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hot air

US /hɑt ɛr/

UK /hɑt ɛr/

empty, exaggerated, or boastful talk

Example:

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His promises were just a lot of hot air.

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Don't listen to his hot air; he never follows through.

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