Name-dropping
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Name-dropping is a noun meaning present participle and gerund of name-drop.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of name-drop.
More Meanings
- The practice of casually mentioning famous or important people or the titles of their works, subtly implying familiarity or association, in order to impress others.
Example Sentences
Our drama teacher is always name-dropping, but I bet she's never even been to New York.
“The one thing I don't want anybody to do, the one thing I will not tolerate, is name-dropping. It's bad. Marlon Brando told me that.”
Word Forms
- name-droppings
- namedropping
Synonyms for name-dropping
Depending on context, synonyms include name-checking.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include namedropping, name-checking, name-calling, shout-out, noti, touting.
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