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Fustian Definition & Meaning

fustian
noun
  1. pompous or pretentious talk or writing
  2. a strong cotton and linen fabric with a slight nap

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What does fustian mean?
pompous or pretentious talk or writing a strong cotton and linen fabric with a slight nap
What part of speech is fustian?
Fustian is a noun.
How many definitions does fustian have?
Fustian has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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