Word Finder - boasts

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A brag; ostentatious positive appraisal of oneself.

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Something that one brags about.

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It was his regular boast that he could eat two full English breakfasts in one sitting.

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A shot where the ball is driven off a side wall and then strikes the front wall.

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To brag; to talk loudly in praise of oneself.

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To speak of with pride, vanity, or exultation, with a view to self-commendation; to extol.

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To speak in exulting language of another; to glory; to exult.

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To play a boast shot.

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To possess something special.

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His family boasted a famous name.

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To dress, as a stone, with a broad chisel.

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(sculpting) To shape roughly as a preparation for the finer work to follow; to cut to the general form required.

The town also boasts a glass factory.

It is full of quotations from writers whose works have not come down to us; nearly 800 writers and 2500 separate writings are referred to by Athenaeus; and he boasts of having read 800 plays of the Middle Comedy alone.

Of a more general character, and combining the merits of the above schools, are the works of the authors who constituted the socalled "Debreczen Class," which boasts the names of the naturalist and philologist John Foldi, compiler of a considerable part of the Debreczeni magyar grammatica; Michael Fazekas, author of Ludas Matyi (Vienna, 1817), an epic poem, in 4 cantos; and Joseph Kovacs.

But, besides the graves of her native saints, Egypt boasts of those of several members of the Prophets family, the tomb of the sayyida Zeyneb, daughter of Ali, that of the sayyida Sekeina, daughter of Hosain, and that of the sayyida Nefisa, great-granddaughter of Hasan, all of which are held in high veneration.

It had been supposed on the authority of late priestly texts, where boasts of persecution are put forth, that the cause of the decline of Buddhism in India had been Brahmin persecution.

In particular, it boasts a fine bathing-ghat, a town-hall, a marketplace, a tank to supply water, and a public garden.

One of the king's knights boasts that ten thousand pieces have been "forcontes" (counted short) to the Saracens; and it is with the utmost trouble that Joinville and the rest can persuade the king that this is a joke, and that the Saracens are much more likely to;lave got the advantage.

An English garden with overflowing herbaceous borders adjoins the pub and boasts an abundance of outdoor seating.

It boasts an associate Dean for Enterprise, and considers linking academia with enterprise central to its activity.

The property boasts sealed unit double glazing, gas radiator central heating, fitted kitchen with integrated appliances.

Set in 30 acres of parkland and boasts an established arboretum with over 300 trees, including some of the rarest in Britain.

Winchester A paradise for shopping connoisseurs, Winchester boasts a tempting array of independent shops, boutiques and art galleries in scenic settings.

It also boasts the longest Gothic vault in Europe - superbly atmospheric.

Lagos boasts some superb beaches within walking distance of Lagos town center.

Please click on the images above for larger photographs Chabil Mar Villas boasts almost 400 feet of private beachfront and offers exclusive privacy.

The entrance hall now boasts a cozy log fire.

These shifts provide us, it would seem, with five types of boasting defined by the object Paul boasts about.

Shopping For shoppers Chicago boasts The Magnificent Mile " which is a mile of premier department stores and upscale boutiques.

This complex also boasts a large bowling alley (see next entry) and various fast-food restaurants.

The center also boasts a 6 lane 10 pin bowling alley, featuring state of the art technology.

The hotel boasts brightly decorated public areas including a brasserie, and an Art Deco foyer lounge.

The reserve also boasts probably the largest numbers of the parasitic knapweed broomrape anywhere in the county.

It boasts a high-capacity ash catcher, making cleaning the barbecue much less of a hassle.

The city dates from roman times and boasts a magnificent cathedral and Norman castle in the uphill historic Bailgate area.

The historic, listed building dates back to 1423, and inside boasts original beams and sloping floors, oozing charm.

You are staying at Vizzavona where our hotel boasts a fine charm especially in its cuisine and decor.

This glittering production also boasts stunning choreography by Wayne Sleep.

Its major new shopping complex, the Chimes Center, boasts a wide range of shops, cafes and a nine-screen multiplex cinema.

Javea boasts a coastline made up of striking cliffs, coves, & sandy beaches.

This region boasts 320 bird species plus about 45 mammal species including the rare Spectacled Bear, and Andean coati.

The master suite boasts an en suite Jacuzzi bath with separate shower cubicle, plus a dressing room in addition to the bedroom.

Can be quickly trained the company boasts asset says David.

It also boasts real driving sensations with a driving position featuring the latest technologies, and a specially designed high-performance diesel hybrid drivetrain.

This series boasts more amazing tales of human endurance than you'll witness in a lifetime.

Redhill incidentally, boasts the most bizarrely sited stand in the League, next to the corner flag.

Grand buildings of the colonial period surround Merdeka (Independence) Square, which boasts the tallest flagpole in the world.

Now itâs the venue for national events and colorful parades and boasts the worldâs highest flagpole at 328 feet.

The property benefits from an upstairs bathroom, partial double glazing and also boasts fire place and stripped floorboards.

The property boasts a good quality fitted kitchen which is complimented by a light and airy reception room having stripped wooden flooring.

Cruickshank boasts breadth and depth, bubbling with as much glee over the VW Beetle as the Taj Mahal.

Hearing of these boasts, the prison guards went to capture the man.

The special fish and seafood menu boasts the freshest haddock, lobster, monkfish, salmon, sea bass and sole.

The Living Room in York boasts fabulous views across the river Ouse and has become a favorite neighborhood hangout in the city center.

Hotel information This hotel boasts a great health spa, and there are special discounts on treatments for Virgin Holidays ' guests.

Following the award winning success of the original, the MkII version boasts a whole host of improvements to retain its market leading status.

The property boasts its own large enclosed lawned garden and seating terrace that includes a hot tub.

Limassol boasts an excellent infrastructure and is a bustling international trade hub of the south eastern Mediterranean.

It boasts such immortals as Moliere, Jean de la Fontain, and Chopin.

The Band boasts some of the finest instrumentalists in the Brass Band movement.

Despite his wounds he boasts to the Storm-god that he will take the kingship of heaven.