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puff⋅er⋅y

  [puhf-uh-ree]
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–noun, plural -er⋅ies.
1. undue or exaggerated praise.
2. publicity, acclaim, etc., that is full of undue or exaggerated praise.
Origin:
1775–85; puff + -ery
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puff·er·y   (pŭf'ə-rē)   
n.  Flattering, often exaggerated praise and publicity, especially when used for promotional purposes.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Company.
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Main Entry: puff·ery
Pronunciation: 'p&-f&-rE
Function: noun
: PUFFING
Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of Law, © 1996 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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