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tinhorn
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[ˈtɪnhɔːn], (Noun)
Definitions:
- a person who pretends to have money, influence, or ability
(e.g: the camaraderie among tinhorns and crooks)
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Origin
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late 19th century (referring to a person who gambled for low stakes): possibly with reference to a small metal cup used for shaking dice
[ˈtɪnhɔːn], (Adjective)
Definitions:
- insignificant or contemptible
(e.g: they acted like tinhorn dictators instead of leaders)
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Origin
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late 19th century (referring to a person who gambled for low stakes): possibly with reference to a small metal cup used for shaking dice
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