touting
verb
Definitions
To flaunt, to publicize/publicise; to boast or brag; to promote.
Example: Mary has been touted as a potential succesor to the current COE.
To look upon or watch.
To spy out information about (a horse, a racing stable, etc.).
To give a tip on (a racehorse) to a person, with the expectation of sharing in any winnings.
noun
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The act of one who touts.