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Vinony

name-drop

verb

  1. to mention name of famous or prominent person in conversation to impress others
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Wiktionary

verb

Etymology: From name + drop.

  1. To casually mention a well-known or illustrious person or the titles of their works, often implying familiarity or association, especially in order to impress others, increase one's status, or to appear knowledgeable or fashionable.