1. Noun
Vain boasting or assertions repeated to the prejudice of another's right; false claim.
2. Noun
A frequent tossing or moving of the body; restlessness, as in delirium.
3. Noun
(pathology) extremely restless tossing and twitching usually by a person with a severe illness
Vocabulary classified under Medicine and healthcare
4. Noun
(law) a false boast that can harm others; especially a false claim to be married to someone (formerly actionable at law)
Vocabulary classified under Law
5. Noun
speaking of yourself in superlatives
Vocabulary classified under Linguistics
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