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humbugs
We have found lemma(root) word of humbugs : humbug.
Definitions
[ˈhʌmbʌɡ], (Noun)
Definitions:
- deceptive or false talk or behaviour
(e.g: his comments are sheer humbug)
- a boiled sweet, especially one flavoured with peppermint
Phrases:
- bah humbug!
Origin
:
mid 18th century (in the senses ‘hoax, trick’ and ‘deceiver’): of unknown origin
[ˈhʌmbʌɡ], (Verb)
Definitions:
- deceive; trick
(e.g: poor Dave is easily humbugged)
Phrases:
- bah humbug!
Origin
:
mid 18th century (in the senses ‘hoax, trick’ and ‘deceiver’): of unknown origin
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