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Definition |
a far-fetched, exaggerated, or unbelievable
tale |
Examples |
1) He spun a cock and bull story
about how he won the lottery but lost the ticket right before claiming
the prize.
2) She told me a cock and bull story
about how her pet hamster transformed into a unicorn overnight. |
Etymology |
It has been in use for several centuries. |
Synonyms |
fairy tale, fabrication |
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