n.
One who boasts; a braggart.
Boast·er
n.
A stone mason's broad-faced chisel.
boaster
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noun
- One given to boasting: brag, braggadocio, braggart, bragger, vaunter. Informal blowhard. Slang blower. See praise/blame.
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A flat, steel mason’s chisel used in the dressing of stone.
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IN BRIEF: A person who excessively brags about his or her accomplishments.
People usually don't like to listen to boasters; people who are modest are much more pleasant to listen to.
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The noun has one meaning:
Meaning #1:
a very boastful and talkative person
Synonyms: bragger, braggart, blowhard, line-shooter, vaunter
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