Euphuism
Pronunciation : Eu"phu*ism
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [Gr. Euphues, or the Anatomy of Wit," and "Euphues and his England."] (Rhet.)
Definition : Defn: An affectation of excessive elegance and refinement of language; high-flown diction.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913