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Meaning of vanity

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

vanity

Pronunciation:/ˈvæ.nɪ.ti//ˈvæ.nɪ.ti/

noun

Definitions

  1. That which is vain, futile, or worthless; that which is of no value, use or profit.

  2. Excessive pride in or admiration of one's own abilities, appearance or achievements.

  3. A dressing table used to apply makeup, preen, and coif hair. The table is normally quite low and similar to a desk, with drawers and one or more mirrors on top. Either a chair or bench is used to sit upon.

  4. A washbasin installed into a permanently fixed storage unit, used as an item of bathroom furniture.