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The definition of flatter

6 Definitions of: flatter

1. verb, to praise insincerely, esp in order to win favour or reward
2. verb, to show to advantage
3. verb, to make to appear more attractive, etc, than in reality
4. verb, to play upon or gratify the vanity of (a person)
5. verb, to beguile with hope; encourage, esp falsely
6. verb, to congratulate or deceive (oneself)
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1. noun, a blacksmith's tool, resembling a flat-faced hammer, that is placed on forged work and struck to smooth the surface of the forging
2. noun, a die with a narrow rectangular orifice for drawing flat sections
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Synonyms:	blandish, flannel (Brit. informal), praise, compliment, sweet-talk (informal), court, humour, puff, fawn, cajole	And more...

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