What is the meaning of munchausen?

German raconteur who told preposterous stories about his adventures as a soldier and hunter; his name is now associated with any telling of exaggerated stories or winning lies (1720-1797. ).
- synonyms: Munchhausen, Karl Friedrich Hieronymus von Munchhausen, Baron Munchausen

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