mummery
UKmʌməriː
معنی فارسی
(لال) باز يبا نقاب ، لودگي ،
آداب ديني خنده آور که نشانه زهد خشک باشد
معنی کامل و مثالها
/mum´ǝrē/n., pl.
● نمایش نقاب پوشان
● نمایش غلوآمیز و ناصادقانه
ریشه و کاربرد
ریشه
The word 'mummery' originated in the late Middle English period and is derived from the Middle Dutch word 'mommen', meaning 'to wear a mask'.
مثال
- The theater troupe put on a grand mummery for the opening night of their new play.
- The king's court was known for its extravagant mummery and lavish parties.
- The mummery of the carnival attracted tourists from all over the world.
ترکیبهای رایج
Grand mummery Extravagant mummery Elaborate mummery
تعریف انگلیسی
noun
- meaningless ceremonies and flattery
مترادفها
noun
1. Masking, masquerade, sport, diversion, buffoonery, harlequinade, foolery, tomfoolery.
2. Empty show, solemn mockery, vain ceremony.