noun
mountebank
Mountebank (noun) means one who sells dubious medicines.
noun
1
One who sells dubious medicines.
2
One who sells by deception; a con artist.
3
Any boastful, false pretender.
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Etymology
From archaic Italian montambanco (“quack who mounts a bench to hawk his wares”), contracted from monta-in-banco (“mount on bench”).
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of mountebank?
"mountebank" (noun) means one who sells dubious medicines.
What are the different meanings of mountebank?
"mountebank" has 3 main meanings: 1. One who sells dubious medicines; 2. One who sells by deception; a con artist; 3. Any boastful, false pretender.