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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