French Meaning of claptrap

balivernes

Other French words related to balivernes

Definitions and Meaning of claptrap in English

Wordnet

claptrap (n)

pompous or pretentious talk or writing

Webster

claptrap (n.)

A contrivance for clapping in theaters.

A trick or device to gain applause; humbug.

Webster

claptrap (a.)

Contrived for the purpose of making a show, or gaining applause; deceptive; unreal.

FAQs About the word claptrap

balivernes

pompous or pretentious talk or writingA contrivance for clapping in theaters., A trick or device to gain applause; humbug., Contrived for the purpose of making

blabla,baver,bêtise,noix,bêtise,absurdité,balivernes,absurdité,cale,blarney

Rationalité,raison,sens,bon sens,Discernement,bon sens,jugement,jugement,bon sens,sagesse

claps => applaudissements, clapping => applaudissements, clappers => castagnettes, clapperclaw => claquer, clapperboard => clap,