flattering
flattering · flatterings
лестощі, лестка
лесть, подхалимство
Schmeichelei, Schöntuerei
The action of the verb to flatterThe action of the verb to flatter.
/ˈflætəɹɪŋ/
Meaning
2 sensesThe action of the verb to flatter.
Instances of flattery.
Origin
From Middle English flatering, flatrung (gerund), equivalent to flatter + -ing.From Middle English flatering, flatrung (gerund), equivalent to flatter + -ing.
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Forms
plural: flatterings| Singular | flattering |
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regular
Synonyms
2 synonymsSee also
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