Etymology

Pecksniffery

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Today it means: Hypocritical or sanctimonious behaviour or language. Full definition →

First used 19th c.
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From Pecksniff + -ery.

First known use, by meaning

  • from 19th c. Hypocritical or sanctimonious behaviour or language.

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