Hogen–Mogen
Definition of Hogen–Mogen
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1 obsolete : a person of consequence or one who affects authority
2 archaic, usually disparaging : hollander; collectively : the people of Holland
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Origin and Etymology of hogen–mogen
probably alteration of Dutch hoogmogend all-powerful
Hogen–Mogen
Definition of Hogen–Mogen
1 obsolete a : high-and-mighty b of liquor : strong
2 archaic, usually disparaging : dutch
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