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flattery definition

flat·tery (flat′ər ē)

noun pl. flatteries -·ter·ies

  1. the act of flattering
  2. excessive, untrue, or insincere praise; exaggerated compliment or attention

Etymology: ME & OFr flaterie (Fr flatterie) < flater: see flatter

Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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