CLAPTRAP


Meaning of CLAPTRAP in English

I. ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun

Etymology: clap (I) + trap

: literature or other expression that attempts to convince or gain applause, credit, or recognition by the use of cheap, empty, or meretricious means : pretentious nonsense : trash

speeches full of claptrap

claptrap selling as science fiction

II. adjective

: characterized by or suggestive of claptrap especially in showiness of a cheap nature, spiritual emptiness, or poor technique

claptrap eloquence

claptrap sentiment

a claptrap plot

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