First Known Use: 1883
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réclame
noun ré·clame \rā-ˈkläm\
Definition of RÉCLAME
1
: a gift for dramatization or publicity : showmanship
2
: public acclaim <the play won critical réclame>
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Origin of RÉCLAME
French, advertising, from réclamer to appeal, from Middle French reclamer
Related to RÉCLAME
- Synonyms
- acclamation, cheer, cheering, ovation, plaudit(s), rave(s), applause
Rhymes with RÉCLAME
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