noun, slang ·Moderate ·College level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Obnoxiously self-aggrandizing or theatrical behavior. slang, uncountable
2. 2
   The act of a responder performing his duties in a flashy, lazy, or non-standard way. uncountable
3. 3
   Intentional stalling to give the impression that one is making a difficult decision. slang, uncountable

Synonyms

All synonyms

hollywoodlandindecent

Etymology

From Hollywood + -ing, referring to the products of its film industry.

Related phrases

self aggrandizing

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