blow-hard
[bloh-hahrd]
- an exceptionally boastful and talkative person.
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Origin of blow-hard
An Americanism dating back to 1850–55
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Contemporary Examples of blowhard
I love that we took this guy who was trying to be a blowhard but got into his head and showed the other side.
From ‘Breaking Bad’ to Benjamin Franklin: Dean Norris on Life After Hank SchraderMarlow Stern
June 6, 2014
On the other hand, Lawson did find high-ranking military sources who knew the man, though they tended to regard him as a blowhard.
A gay toddler with a British accent; a novelist dog; a blowhard dad—meet the Family Guy clan.
Historical Examples of blowhard
"You're welcome to your opinion, old Blowhard," responded Lemon.
Sword and PenJohn Algernon Owens
Not that I believe in the braggart and blowhard, but a chap must have nerve to put himself ahead if he wants to keep in the game.
Frank Merriwell's BraveryBurt L. Standish
But Old Rock Jaw, in more of a blowhard mood even than usual, couldn't let well enough alone.
The Kenzie ReportMark Clifton
blowhard
- a boastful person
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- blustering or boastful
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Word Origin and History for blowhard
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