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Dhong

ঢং
dhong

Affected mannerisms, theatrical behaviour, putting on airs.

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Meaning & usage

In Bengali, 'Dhong' refers to a pretentious or affected manner, often implying insincerity or showiness. It is used to describe someone who is putting on airs or behaving in a way that is not genuine. The term is often used in a critical or disapproving context.

In a sentence

His dhong at the party was obvious to everyone who knew him well.

As seen in crosswords

Dhong is a 5-letter answer. A typical clue:

“Affected mannerisms, theatrical behaviour, putting on airs” (5)

Category: General Origin: Bengali Script: Bengali

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