Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun Wisdom in talk without corresponding practice.
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Examples
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[42] 'I find that all is but lip-wisdom which wants experience,' says Sidney.
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All my wisdom is lip-wisdom, and my goodness lip-goodness.
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Note 17'I find that all is but lip-wisdom which wants experience, 'says Sidney.
Chap. V 1792
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43 ‘I find that all is but lip-wisdom which wants experience,’ says
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