tandeta — meaning in English

English meaning

• dud noun Something, especially a bomb or device, that fails to work as intended.
• trumpery noun Showy objects that look attractive but have no real value.

Senses

tandeta is used for these senses in English:

• dud (informal) A device or machine that is useless because it does not work properly or has failed to work, such as a bomb, or explosive projectile.
• trumpery Worthless finery; bric-a-brac or junk.

dud — full definition

1. noun Something, especially a bomb or device, that fails to work as intended.
2. noun Any failure or disappointment.
3. adj Useless or failing to work.

trumpery — full definition

1. noun Showy objects that look attractive but have no real value.
2. noun Behaviour intended to trick or cheat someone.

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