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swagger

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Verb — To walk or behave with a bold, confident, slightly showy manner.

How to use swagger

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walk with a swagger full of swagger

Etymology

A frequentative form of "swag" ("to sway"), first recorded in Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “swagger” mean?

The word “swagger” means to walk or behave with a bold, confident, slightly showy manner. In plain terms, a bold, showy confidence in how someone walks, talks, or carries themselves.

How do you pronounce “swagger”?

“Swagger” is pronounced SWAG-uh (/ˈswæɡ.ɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “swagger” in a sentence?

Here is “swagger” used in a sentence: “He swaggered into the room like he owned the place.”

What part of speech is “swagger”?

Depending on how it is used, “swagger” can be a verb and a noun.

Is “swagger” a common word?

“Swagger” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “swagger” have?

“Swagger” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to walk or behave with a bold, confident, slightly showy manner.

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