"wackaging" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: Blend of wacky + packaging Etymology templates: {{blend|en|wacky|packaging}} Blend of wacky + packaging Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} wackaging (uncountable)
  1. (informal, neologism) Product packaging that uses quirky and eye-catching text or images to attract the buyer. Tags: informal, neologism, uncountable

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