mʌməri

Definitions

1. noun

nonsensical or foolish activity or talk

“The court jester’s mummery was entertaining but also a bit annoying.”

2. noun

a dramatic performance in which the actors wear elaborate costumes and masks

“The medieval play was a form of mummery that told a moral story.”

3. noun

a person or thing that is ridiculous or absurd

“The politician’s mummery about the economy was met with skepticism.”