mangonism

mangonism
noun (-s)
Etymology: French mangonisme, from Latin mangon-, mango dealer that gives a false appearance to his wares (of Greek origin; akin to manganeuein to deceive) + French -isme -ism — more at mangonel
obsolete : a method of training or treating plants contrary to natural conditions of growth

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  • Mangonism — Man go*nism, n. The art of mangonizing, or setting off to advantage. [Obs.] [1913 Webster] …   The Collaborative International Dictionary of English

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