Meaning Of The Word Postiche

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postiche in American English
a substitute; counterfeit
counterfeit; artificial
adjective: superadded, esp. inappropriately, as a sculptural or architectural ornament
noun: an imitation or substitute

postiche in British English
adjective: (of architectural ornament) inappropriately applied; sham
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