stolen valor

/S T OW1 L AH0 N V AE0 L ER0/
noun
  1. 1

    An instance of a person falsely claiming to have served in the military, or of a member of the military falsely claiming to have served in ways they did not.

  2. 2

    (law) An instance of stolen valor in which the perpetrator has the intention to receive money, donations, discounts, or other benefits.

  3. 3

    The respect or benefits so gained.

  4. 4

    (figurative) Any instance of falsely claiming to be a part of a respected group to gain that respect.

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