English Explanatory Dictionary

jactitation

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Bragging or boasting, especially in a false manner to another's detriment.
  2. A false pretense of being married to somebody.
  3. Extreme restlessness; tossing and turning in bed.

Pronunciation

/ˌd͡ʒæktɪˈteɪʃən/ en-us-jactitation.ogg

Word forms

jactitation jactitations

Etymology

From Medieval Latin jactitio, from iactitō (“throw, fling; boast, brag; utter, mention”).

Derived words

jactitation of marriage
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