"buffery" meaning in All languages combined

See buffery on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Etymology: From buff + -ery. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|buff|ery}} buff + -ery Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} buffery (uncountable)
  1. The quality of being a buff or enthusiast; a keen interest in something; fandom. Tags: uncountable
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