noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Thoughtless imitation or repetition of someone else's words or sayings; mindless repetition. uncountable, usually

   "This sentiment is so lugged into every debate, that it has degenerated into mere parrotry."

Synonyms

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mimicrymockeryprotective coloration

Example

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"This sentiment is so lugged into every debate, that it has degenerated into mere parrotry."

Etymology

From parrot + -ry.

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