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one-upmanship

Pronunciation: /wʌnˈʌpmənʃɪp/

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Definition of one-upmanship

noun

[mass noun] informal
  • the technique or practice of gaining an advantage or feeling of superiority over another person: the one-upmanship of who can get the best presents

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