poppy-show
/ˈpɒpɪʃəʊ/noun
1 Scottish, English regional ( northern and midlands ), and United States regional (chiefly southern ). A puppet show; (also) a small box containing a display of pictures, etc., which can be viewed through a hole or lens. In extended use: any display.
2 US regional and Caribbean. A ridiculous or ostentatious display; foolishness, nonsense.
adjective
Caribbean. Boastful, showy; foolish, ridiculous; worthless.
Origin
Late 17th century. From puppy + show.
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