Flummery

/ˈflʌməri/ noun

Definition

Nonsense, deception, or flattery; also a light creamy pudding or dessert.

Etymology

From Welsh 'llymru' meaning sour whey, originally a type of custard or pudding, then extended metaphorically to mean empty talk or frivolous behavior.

Kelly Says

This word's journey from pudding to nonsense is amazing—people thought the dessert was so light and insubstantial it became a metaphor for meaningless talk!

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