"Bombeckian" meaning in English

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Adjective

Forms: more Bombeckian [comparative], most Bombeckian [superlative]
Etymology: From Bombeck + -ian. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|Bombeck|ian}} Bombeck + -ian Head templates: {{en-adj}} Bombeckian (comparative more Bombeckian, superlative most Bombeckian)
  1. Of or relating to Erma Bombeck (1927–1996), American humorist who wrote a popular newspaper column describing suburban home life.
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