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noun
An instance of a person falsely claiming to have served in the military, or of a member of the military falsely claiming to have served in ways they did not.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: US, uncountable
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noun
An instance of stolen valor in which the perpetrator has the intention to receive money, donations, discounts, or other benefits.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: US, uncountable
Topics: law
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noun
The respect or benefits so gained.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: US, uncountable
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noun
Any instance of falsely claiming to be a part of a respected group to gain that respect.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: US, figuratively, uncountable
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History
Coined by American writer B. G. Burkett in 1998.
