cock-a-hoop

/ˈkɑk ə ˌhup/
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Definitions of cock-a-hoop
  1. adjective
    exhibiting self-importance
    synonyms: big, boastful, braggart, bragging, braggy, crowing, self-aggrandising, self-aggrandizing
    proud
    feeling self-respect or pleasure in something by which you measure your self-worth; or being a reason for pride
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