RAZZMATAZZ

razzle, razzle-dazzle, razzmatazz, razmataz

(noun) any exciting and complex play intended to confuse (dazzle) the opponent

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

razzmatazz (usually uncountable, plural razzmatazzes)

Ambiguous or meaningless language.

Empty and tiresome speculation.

(informal) Something presenting itself in a fanciful and showy, often unrealistic manner, especially when intended to impress and confuse.

(rare) A long and imposing series of mindless but necessary tasks; drudgery.

Synonyms

• (meaningless language): claptrap, double-talk

• (fancy presentation): razzle-dazzle

Source: Wiktionary



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Coffee has initially been a food – chewed, not sipped. Early African tribes consume coffee by grinding the berries together, adding some animal fat, and rolling the treats into tiny edible energy balls.

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