TINHORN

Etymology

Adjective

tinhorn (comparative more tinhorn, superlative most tinhorn)

(US) Cheap, inferior; pretentious.

Noun

tinhorn (plural tinhorns)

(US) A contemptible or pretentious person, especially one who gambles for low stakes.

Source: Wiktionary



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