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put-on

put-on


adjective 
Definition:
 
false: assumed or adopted for effect or in order to deceive
a put-on accent



noun  (plural put-ons)
Definition:
 
1. act of teasing somebody: the act of intentionally deceiving or giving somebody the wrong impression, especially for humorous effect

2. prank: an instance of teasing somebody, especially as a joke

3. false outer appearance: an exterior appearance intended to deceive or mislead somebody

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