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insinuation

 
Dictionary: in·sin·u·a·tion   (ĭn-sĭn'yū-ā'shən) pronunciation
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n.
  1. The act, process, or practice of insinuating.
  2. Something insinuated, especially an artfully indirect, often derogatory suggestion.

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noun

    An artful, indirect, often derogatory hint: innuendo. See suggest.

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The noun has 2 meanings:

Meaning #1: an indirect (and usually malicious) implication
  Synonym: innuendo

Meaning #2: the act of gaining acceptance or affection for yourself by persuasive and subtle blandishments
  Synonym: ingratiation

 
 
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