Found 2 items, similar to Claptrap.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: claptrap claptrap n : pompous or pretentious talk or writing [syn: bombast, fustian, rant, blah]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Claptrap Claptrap \Clap"trap`\ (kl[a^]p"tr[a^]p`), n. 1. A contrivance for clapping in theaters. [Obs.] [1913 Webster] 2. A trick or device to gain applause, especially pretentious but empty rhetoric; humbug. [1913 Webster +PJC] Claptrap \Clap"trap`\, a. Contrived for the purpose of making a show, or gaining applause; deceptive; unreal. [1913 Webster] ||