mummery

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Synonyms: mummer, summery, mummers, bummery, mommery, mummert, rummery, mummey

Antonyms: mummer, summery, mummers, bummery, mommery, mummert, rummery, mummey

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|literally|chiefly|archaic}} {{cap|mumming}}; disguising oneself to perform as a [[mummer]], or to take part in some other festivities or performance. {{defdate|from 15th c.}}
2. {{lb|en|figuratively}} A ridiculous or ostentatious [[ceremony]], formerly especially of a religious nature; extravagant or hypocritical performance. {{defdate|from 16th c.}}

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