pettifogger

Meanings

• A person who uses confusing and trivial legal arguments, especially in a harassing manner.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈpɛtɪˌfɑːɡɚ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

shyster

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Rhymes

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Homophones

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Variants

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pettifogger , pettifoggeries , pettifoggers , pettifoggery , pettifogging , pettifoggings

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Etymology

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The term 'pettifogger' originated in 17th-century England. It was initially used to describe petty lawyers who used harassing and trivial legal arguments.

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Related Concepts

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1. Harassment: The act of systematically and intentionally causing distress, annoyance, or alarm to an individual or group of individuals.

2. Defamation: The act of making false statements about an individual or group of individuals, which can damage their reputation.

3. Slander: The act of making false statements about an individual or group of individuals, which can damage their reputation, and which is communicated orally or in writing.

4. Libel: The act of making false statements about an individual or group of individuals, which can damage their reputation, and which is communicated orally or in writing, but is fixed in a tangible medium of expression, such as a book, a newspaper, or a magazine.

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Culture

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The term 'pettifogger' has been used in various cultural contexts to describe individuals who engage in confusing, trivial, or harassing behavior. In literature, for example, the term has been used to describe characters who use petty or harassing legal arguments. In art, the term has been used to describe works that depict individuals engaging in confusing, trivial, or harassing behavior. In music, the term has been used to describe songs that deal with themes of confusion, triviality, or harassment. Overall, the term 'pettifogger' has been used in various cultural contexts to describe individuals who engage in confusing, trivial, or harassing behavior.

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